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MAG Connect scheme supports job seekers at Airport

Manchester Airports Group - MAG -  has launched a new programme, MAG Connect, to support people looking for jobs at their local airport.  MAG Connect is designed to give people the best chance of getting a job at a MAG airport by helping them with careers advice and travel costs as the Airport … [Read more...]

Alternative to RBS’ W&G divestment plan gets EC approval

The European Commission has formally approved an Alternative Remedies Package in relation to RBS’s proposed W&G divestment plan.  Royal Bank of Scotland's (RBS') proposed divestment of Williams & Glyn would have created a new challenger bank with more than 300 branches across the … [Read more...]

New premises move for Rowlinson Knitwear

Stockport based Rowlinson Knitwear has purchased new 76,000 square foot premises to support expansion plans. HSBC has provided a seven-figure funding package for the purchase of new premises to employee owned Rowlinson Knitwear, one of the largest personalised schoolwear manufacturers in the … [Read more...]

Manchester Airport takes 2nd crown for Best UK Airport

For the second time in two weeks Manchester Airport has been crowned best UK airport, at the Travel Trade Gazette Awards. The award, presented last night (18th September), is off the back of winning the same award at the Travel Bulletin awards on 4th September. The UK’s third largest airport fought … [Read more...]

Yippee IPA – a new seasonal ale from Robinsons

Robinsons Brewery, based in the heart of Stockport for almost two centuries, has released a delicious seasonal ale; Yippee IPA. Yippee arrives as a light golden ale, with clues of grapefruit and citrus interlaced throughout the liquid. Inspired by Bruce Willis’ often quoted line from Die Hard, … [Read more...]

Stockport Local Plan – Still Time to Have Your Say

Stockport Council have planned a series of local drop-in events where you can have your say on the future for Stockport. You can take part in a wide-ranging consultation on Stockport Council's future plans by joining their representatives  at specially organised public events in your local … [Read more...]

Over 400 vacancies available at Stockport job fair

Stockport jobs fair is back again. Local residents who are looking for a job or the next step on their career are invited to the Stockport Jobs Fair on Tuesday 26th September between 10.00am to 2.00pm at Stockport Town Hall. A record number of employers are taking part this year, with more than … [Read more...]

Specialist lender Together announces record results

Together is delighted to announce record results for the year to 30 June 2017, with annual lending close to £1.2 billion, highlighting the continued demand for its specialist finance products. Following an exciting 12 months of growth and investment, which saw its founders take back full voting … [Read more...]

Consultation in progress over future of Stockport College Gym

Changes are afoot as a consultation period begins over the future for Stockport College Gym Stockport College is currently in consultation regarding the proposed closure of the campus gym facilities at Wellington Road South. The gym is set to close on 30th September 2017. The reason … [Read more...]

FIG ties the knot with Stockport Council

Stockport Council has said 'we do' to Fig for a new wedding brand promoting its historic buildings as wedding and civil ceremony venues. To appeal to more couples locally and further afield, it needed to tie the knot with an agency with branding expertise and a fresh approach to design. With … [Read more...]

Vernon Building Society renew school programme with County

The Vernon Building Society and Stockport County have renewed their partnership for the 2017/18 season to deliver a school outreach programme which has seen healthy living presentations delivered to more than 50,000 primary school children across the area since 2010. The one hour interactive … [Read more...]