Yesterday saw Chancellor George Osborne deliver his 8th governmental budget. Chair of the Stockport Economic Alliance and Corporate-Commercial Partner at Gorvins, Christian Mancier reviews the impact on SME businesses in the UK, with opinions expressed from Stockport's major … [Read more...]
Marketing Stockport News
Norwegian hots up with new Spanish routes
Low cost airline, Norwegian is expanding its UK network with new low-cost routes from Manchester to three popular Spanish destinations in time for the summer getaway. Manchester to Barcelona From 30th April will operate on Tuesdays and Saturdays – Fares from £34.90 Manchester to Malaga From … [Read more...]
City leaders united in backing vision for Northern Powerhouse
The north’s major city leaders have agreed to work together to bring to reality the Government’s vision for a Northern Powerhouse. The joint statement recognises that the vision can only be achieved through sustained long-term investment in people, places and infrastructure. Businesses and … [Read more...]
Apprenticeships Store sets out options for Cheadle Hulme students
Stockport Council’s Apprenticeships Store helped students to understand the merits of apprenticeships as an alternative to university. The Apprenticeships Store hosted an event for Cheadle Hulme High School students school as part of National Apprenticeship Week. Information was given on a … [Read more...]
Marketing Stockport breakfast: Bosci, Gander and Content Academy
Marketing Stockport’s latest business breakfast took place at the East Cheshire Training Academy on Lancashire Hill. Ross Smith and Andy Baxter from Bosci started proceedings by talking about making businesses energy efficient and they gave tips on how to save money. Christian Mancier, partner … [Read more...]
Chamber seek out new talent with Arts award
Greater Manchester Chamber has launched a new annual arts award scheme thanks to a grant from Arts Council England and support from local businesses. The prize is open to semi-professional or professional artists in Stockport or across the other 9 boroughs that make up Greater Manchester. The … [Read more...]
BRIDGE COLLEGE SUPPORT ‘A RIGHT NOT A FIGHT’
Bridge College is supporting the rights of young people with learning difficulties and physical disabilities to receive further education. The Together Trust’s specialist college based in Openshaw, Manchester, is the North West lead for the ‘A Right Not a Fight’ campaign supported by the … [Read more...]
Cheadle business named ‘Newcomer of the Year’ by Damar
Stuarts Property Services have been announced as Newcomer Employer of the Year by Damar training at their 2016 Annual Apprenticeship Awards. Stuarts, a Letting and Property Management Specialist based in Cheadle Village, have taken on two apprentices through Damar Training. Amanda Adams, … [Read more...]
High Sheriff award for Solo Containment
Solo Containment, manufacturers of flexible containment systems, have been awarded in the prestigious Cheshire High Sheriff's Awards. Over 400 from the cream of Cheshire's business community attended the ceremony that took place at Chester Race Course on Tuesday 8th of March. Solo Containment … [Read more...]
Council’s work experience students success at Apprenticeships Store
Stockport Council’s 14 – 19 Services, week-long work experience placement, has inspired six students from Stockport College. The students, studying Business and IT, had the opportunity to gain skills and see the connection between their subject area and the world of work. The students … [Read more...]
Stockport Council opens consultation on its Local Flood Risk Management Strategy
Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council is consulting with local communities and stakeholders to inform the development of its Draft Local Flood Risk Management Strategy (LFRMS) and supporting documents. Have your say here - www.stockport.gov.uk/consultation The closing date for responses is … [Read more...]
Chancellor’s pledge to put HS3 on track in budget announcement
Chancellor George Osborne has vowed to make Britain’s infrastructure “fit for the future” and has committed £60m to HS3 as part of a £461m infrastructure spending spree announced ahead of tomorrow’s Budget. A blueprint for HS3 will be drawn up by next year. In addition to the money set aside … [Read more...]
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