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What happens when ground leases expire?

An active management issue that will become more and more prevalent in the coming years is the issue of ground leases, granted by local authorities in the 60s, for terms of 99 years or more. Such investments are often held by landlords and then sub-let out to tenants to be retained as a … [Read more...]

Robinsons new look Dog and Partridge in Great Moor

The Dog and Partridge in Great Moor, Stockport, has reopened following a substantial investment from Robinsons Brewery and Licensee Andy Green. The popular A6 pub was closed for three weeks whilst Robinsons' design and property team transformed the interior to create a modern and welcoming … [Read more...]

Stockport BID gets a YES vote!

Stockport Town Centre’s businesses have shown their support and commitment to the town centre and voted YES in favour of a Business Improvement District - Stockport's BID. The results of the Stockport Town Centre BID Ballot were counted during yesterday evening, Thursday 27th October 2016, which … [Read more...]

IN Accountancy sums up why they are up for a TOM!

IN Accountancy have had a 'surprise' nomination in the Talk of Manchester awards - TOM's - in the category ‘Best accountancy practice’. Being somewhat of a sleuth, managing director Sarah Harkness did a bit of digging to unearth how they had come to be listed as it was not something they had … [Read more...]

Life Leisure to lead Stockport’s activity service

Life Leisure has been awarded the contract to fulfil Stockport’s new ambitious Specialist Physical Activity Service for local residents. The new service will help people with chronic health conditions to get and stay active.   Commissioned by Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council, the Specialist … [Read more...]

The Pensions Regulator warns “Don’t ignore Auto Enrolment”

The Pensions Regulator (TPR) is warning firms reaching their staging date that they are ill advised to ignore the ‘workplace pension’. Pensions Minister Richard Harrington has commented "Automatic enrolment is a great success. So far, more than 250,000 employers are helping over 6.7 million … [Read more...]

A6 roadworks in High Lane – major delays expected

Major disruption is expected as A6 roadworks in High Lane begin as part of the works for the A6 Manchester Airport Relief Road.  During this time, temporary traffic lights will be in place on the A6 Buxton Road, 24 hours a day from the Thai Fusion restaurant to Wellington Road, High Lane. The … [Read more...]

Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday in Stockport

A number of services and events are taking place on Armistice Day - Friday 11th November - and on Remembrance Sunday in Stockport - 13th November.  On Armistice Day, Friday 11th November, the Council will join the Royal British Legion in observing a two-minute silence.  At precisely 11.00am, the … [Read more...]

Manchester Airport sign in to Weibo and WeChat

Manchester Airport has signed in to popular Chinese media channels Weibo and WeChat to talk to passengers flying on its direct route from Beijing.   Manchester Airport’s new direct flight to Beijing with Hainan Airlines has already attracted almost 40,000 passengers since launching in June. Many of … [Read more...]

Midshire shortlisted in UK Corporate Excellence Awards

Office technology sales and service provider Midshire has been nominated in the UK Corporate Excellence Awards 2016. The UK Corporate Excellence Awards recognise firms that have achieved business excellence. Shortlisted companies are meticulously researched before being scrutinised by a panel … [Read more...]

Free Access to Finance drop-in sessions at SBIC

Access to Finance are offering free expert advice for businesses looking for funds to grow their business. The free Access to finance drop-in sessions, each lasting 45 minutes, are taking place on Monday 28th November at Stockport Business & Innovation Centre. The A2F service is aimed at SMEs … [Read more...]

Drone Technology big plus for facilities managers

Drone Technology is proving to be a big benefit for facilities managers, building surveyors, tenants and owners in maintaining both commercial and residential properties. Drones have recently become something of a ‘buzz’ hobby. The small, unmanned remote controlled flying machines have become a … [Read more...]