Chief Executives of more than 60 UK retailers, along with leaders of industry bodies, have written to the Chancellor ahead of her Autumn Budget. Signatories include bosses of major supermarkets, long-standing high street brands such as John Lewis and Boots, fast food chains and industry bodies … [Read more...]
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Azets welcomes debt advisory specialist to North West
Accountancy and advisory firm, Azets, has appointed Debt Advisory specialist, Michael Davies, to support businesses in the North West. Working out of the firm's Stockport office, Michael has been brought in as assistant manager for the expanding service line, which is led by Mark Barrie. He … [Read more...]
Time is running out to get tickets to the Stockport Business Awards
Time is running out for businesses to get their hands on tickets to attend this year's Stockport Business Awards on 2nd October, founders, organisers and main sponsors, CN Chartered Accountants, has warned. Ticket sales for the awards' annual gala dinner will close on 28th August. This year's … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: How major infrastructure projects can solve the productivity puzzle
Manchester Airport Managing Director Chris Woodroofe says major infrastructure projects like Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR) will help Northern firms go global and boost productivity outside the capital. Mr Woodroofe pointed to UK Trade Barometer data gathered by YouGov for Manchester Airport’s … [Read more...]
Plans progress for expansion to public transport network
Transport leaders have confirmed a pipeline of ‘rapid transit’ public transport schemes across Greater Manchester, including a 2030 construction start for a tram line into Stockport. Launched as part of the Greater Manchester Strategy in July, the Mayor and local council leaders pledged for 90% … [Read more...]
West Coast Main Line reopens after work in Stockport concludes
The West Coast Main Line has reopened between Stockport and Staffordshire after a three week closure to enable the demolition and replacement of the Greek Street Bridge. The line was completely closed to rail traffic to enable the £20 million project to replace the aging railway bridge. The … [Read more...]
Jet2.com opens new hangar at Manchester Airport
Leisure airline, Jet2.com has announced the opening of a new engineering hangar at Manchester Airport to support the company's operations and future growth. The opening follows the demolition of a previous facility on the site, followed by a full multi-million pound rebuild. TSL was the technical … [Read more...]
NHS Greater Manchester shares back to school health advice
Ahead of the start of the new school year, NHS Greater Manchester is highlighting how parents can help children return to school feeling healthy and ready to learn. In addition to a checklist of healthy habits for the run up for the return to school, which includes a return to normal bedtimes, … [Read more...]
Record T Level work placements to be available to Greater Manchester students
After receiving GCSE results yesterday (21st August), students in Greater Manchester progressing on to T Level qualifications will have access to a record number of work placements. Work by The Growth Company, Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) and the Employer Integration Board have … [Read more...]
Regional mayors launch new partnership to support Peak District
Combined authority mayors representing South Yorkshire, Greater Manchester and the East Midlands have come together to launch a new partnership agreement covering the Peak District National Park which is shared across the three areas. Mayor of the East Midlands Claire Ward, Andy Burnham, Mayor of … [Read more...]
Trafford and Stockport College Group celebrates inspiring GCSE achievements
Trafford and Stockport College Group is celebrating the achievements of its GCSE students, who have shown resilience, adaptability and determination to succeed in their studies. The Group’s high grades in English and Maths were above national averages, reflecting the excellent teaching and … [Read more...]
Royal Nawaab treats local charity to a magical evening at the Pyramid
Stockport’s recently opened Royal Nawaab restaurant served up more than just delicious food last week: it delivered joy and unforgettable memories to local children supported by the charity Transport for Sick Children. On 20th August, the Indian Pakistani banqueting restaurant, based in the … [Read more...]
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