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£15m GM Co Investment fund for early-stage technology & innovation

A new £15m GM Co Investment fund has been launched in Greater Manchester to support early-stage technology and innovation businesses across the region. Developed by The Growth Company as the next evolution of the successful Co Angel Investment Service, the GM Co Investment Fund is a new approach to … [Read more...]

How to get a mortgage on an unusual building

Buying a unique property in the UK? Here’s how to get a mortgage on an unusual building or if they don’t fit the mainstream mould. When it comes to lending on investment properties, mainstream banks and building societies prefer to stick to the conventional. Those applicants that have a perfect … [Read more...]

Midshire named UK’s RISO Platinum Star Partner

Local office technology supplier Midshire® is proud to announce it is the only company in the UK to be named a RISO Platinum Star Partner.   International manufacturer RISO's highest of the newly launched eight-tier partner programme, Star Partner status is achieved when dealers consistently hit … [Read more...]

Defib Donated to Stockport Heart Screening Charity

A Stockport based defibrillator manufacturer has donated a device to young people's heart screening charity, 1000 Hearts for Harry.  Heaton Mersey's Cardiac Science have donated a Powerheart G3 defibrillator device to help with the charity's invaluable work. 1000 Hearts for Harry was set up by … [Read more...]

Stockport Apprenticeships Store Information Evening

As part of National Apprenticeship Week, the Apprenticeships Store in Stockport will be holding an information evening to promote awareness of Apprenticeships. The event will take place on Thursday 8th March between 5pm-7pm at the Apprenticeships Store, Stockport Exchange, Wellington Road South, … [Read more...]

Stockport Fairtrade Fortnight 2018

Stockport Council, together with the Stockport Fairtrade Group, is supporting this year’s Fairtrade Fortnight which is running until Sunday 11 March. The nationwide campaign ‘Come On In’ is inviting everyone to come in to the world of the people who grow our food to see what life can be like when … [Read more...]

North West Based Entrepreneur Addresses the Business of Teens

A reality trip down Memory Lane and, in stark contrast, a realisation that today’s young people live in a very different virtual-street community, was the inspiration for a mum of three to start an online business for teenagers. Michelle Brickell from Reddish, who was brought up in community … [Read more...]

Light Brigade charges into Morrisons

Following the New Year announcement that British rock legends Iron Maiden and independent family brewers Robinsons have teamed up again to create a special beer in support of Help for Heroes a British charity which provides lifelong support to those with injuries and illnesses sustained while … [Read more...]

First phase of £1bn transformation of Manchester Airport complete

The first major phase of the £1bn transformation of Manchester Airport has been completed, as the project marked the six-month milestone.  Two apprentices who have been recruited to the scheme tightened the final steel bolt in the first new pier of the transformation programme, connecting one of … [Read more...]

Business Growth Hub to run Access to Finance Masterclasses

Starting in March, the Business Growth Hub is launching a series of full day Access to Finance masterclasses to provide businesses with the necessary knowledge and skills to manage their business finances to achieve growth objectives.  Access to finance is critical for business growth. Delivered by … [Read more...]

Together named as one of the UK’s best 100 companies

Specialist finance provider Together has been named as one of the UK’s best 100 companies to work for, thanks to the support of its 600-plus colleagues. Having entered The Sunday Times survey for the first time, the financial services group went straight into the top 40 for mid-size … [Read more...]

288 Stockport jobs at risk at gas smart meter manufacturer

Landis+Gyr is set to move production of its gas smart meter overseas, which could see the loss of 288 jobs at its Stockport site on Birdhall Lane, according to an announcement from the GMB union. The GMB Union reported that the company has partially blamed Brexit and the subsequent weakening of the … [Read more...]