An online survey will help Stockport Council learn how residents and businesses want to use their online services. Nearly two-thirds of people in Stockport use the internet regularly to bank, shop or keep in touch with friends and family. A lot of local public services can also be accessed … [Read more...]
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Stockport printers re-cycle equivalent of a herd of elephants – every year!
On average, Stockport printer Paragon recycles 5 tons of waste paper per month, the equivalent to the average weight of the African Elephant, resulting in Paragon typically recycling 60 tons of waste paper each year. Sharon Taylor, managing director at Paragon Print and Marketing Solutions … [Read more...]
Robinsons brewery pub refurb programme up in ‘Alvanley Arms’
Robinsons are continuing to invest in their pub programme as the Alvanley Arms at Cotebrook has re-opened after a nine-week refurbishment. The joint investment from Robinsons Brewery and the licensees saw Harry and Julie Challinor work hand-in-hand with Robinsons in-house design team to … [Read more...]
Corrie actor shaves head in aid of Stockport cancer care charity
A BRAVE teenager had his head shaved by former Coronation Street actor Lee Boardman to raise money for a cancer care charity in memory of his dad. Harry Elmore from Reddish decided to shave off his blonde locks using clippers that belonged to his dad, John, who passed away with esophageal cancer … [Read more...]
‘Brexit uncertainty’ is heard loud and clear by Starkey
As the discussions around the EU referendum become increasingly audible, Marketing Stockport gold members attended an informative, impartial presentation from leading UK economist and chair of pro-Manchester, Dr John Ashcroft . Discussions unfolded, providing a further insight into the potential … [Read more...]
New solar panel installation ‘lights up’ Midshire’s green credentials
Office technology sales and service provider Midshire has expanded upon its environmental initiatives with the installation of energy efficient solar panels at its new purpose designed offices in West Bromwich. Midshire has invested £65,000 and partnered with Midlands based renewable energy … [Read more...]
Healthy bake-off as communities rise to the challenge!
Change 4 Life recipes were used in the bake-off using healthier alternatives such as sweetener, fruit and even vegetables to bake something with a savoury twist. Adswood and Bridgehall community groups rose to the challenge to cook a healthy cake at ‘A Big Cake Off’ event, organised as part of … [Read more...]
Stockport Exchange reaches new heights
Project partners met on site this week to celebrate the topping out of a new Grade A office at Stockport town centre’s new gateway development, Stockport Exchange. Councillor Patrick McAuley joined representatives from Muse Developments and Eric Wright Construction to mark this important … [Read more...]
Growth hub to host event promoting eco-friendly design
The Greater Manchester Business Growth Hub is running an expert-led workshop in Stockport on 28 April to help manufacturers reduce material use, embedded energy and waste in their packaging. The half-day workshop has been organised by the Hub’s Green Growth service, which provides fully-funded … [Read more...]
Stockport’s largest commercial landlord sees change in the town centre
Stockport's biggest commercial landlord, Orbit Developments, can see real change happening in Stockport's town centre. Research carried among customers who occupy space in the town centre eighteen months ago by Stockport's biggest commercial landlord, revealed encouraging signs. Orbit have … [Read more...]
Marketing Stockport EU debate: ‘No business case for leaving’
Marketing Stockport members have been told there is 'no business case for leaving' leaving the EU. Dr John Ashcroft, CEO of pro-manchester and author of The Saturday Economist, made the comments during a round-table debate of Marketing Stockport's founding members at Beechwood Cancer Care … [Read more...]
New poll shows young people reticent to start own business
A new YouGov poll commissioned by Google has shown that most young people don’t see the benefits in starting and owning their own business. Only 32% of teenagers in this age range think they would personally benefit from starting their own company, while 53% said they were afraid to take risks … [Read more...]
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