The UK economy saw 0.6% growth during the first quarter of 2024 according to the latest GDP data from the Office of National Statistics (ONS). The return to growth for the UK economy brings to an end the short recession in the latter half of 2023 which saw two consecutive quarters of contraction … [Read more...]
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Stockport College unveils new leadership and management offer
Trafford and Stockport College Group (TSCG) has unveiled its leadership and management courses on offer in Stockport. Strong leadership is the foundation of any thriving organisation and so TSCG has developed a range of comprehensive programs tailored to meet the needs of local businesses and … [Read more...]
Robinsons Brewery and Iron Maiden launch new Trooper Pale Ale
Robinsons Brewery and Iron Maiden have launched a brand-new TROOPER beer as the partnership marks its 11th birthday. Following the success of Trooper X, last year’s limited edition anniversary beer, the collaboration continues with the introduction of a new core beer, Trooper Pale Ale. The … [Read more...]
Stockport engineering firm marks 20th anniversary in the UK
Stockport engineering firm, BFT Automation is celebrating its 20th anniversary of doing business in the UK. The automation specialist was originally founded in Italy in 1981. BFT opened its first UK branch in the North of England in 2004, when it also joined the Somfy Group, a global specialist … [Read more...]
Sarah Harding mural becomes latest addition to Stockport street art trail
A tribute to the late Girls Aloud singer, Sarah Harding, has become the latest addition to a street art trail in Stockport town centre. As part of Phase 2 of the trail, a mural celebrating Sarah's life and achievements can now be found at 11 High Street in the town’s Underbank area. Funded by … [Read more...]
Nominations open for Stockport NHS Foundation Trust’s Making A Difference Every Day awards
Members of the public are being invited to show their appreciation for the borough's healthcare workers and nominate Stockport NHS staff or volunteers for a Making A Difference Every Day award. The annual awards give residents the opportunity to thank members of the Stockport NHS for the hard … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester to take part in £64 million work and health pilot
Greater Manchester is among 15 areas in England to benefit from a new £64 million pilot of the WorkWell work and health support service. The WorkWell pilots – launched by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC) – will connect 59,000 people … [Read more...]
Stockport Interchange wins international partnership award
The £140 million Stockport Interchange scheme was the winner at the International Partnership Awards, which took place 2nd May at The Royal Lancaster Hotel in London. The town centre's new bus terminus beat Bangladesh’s Patenga Container Terminal PPP Project and Germany’s Project S-Bahn Munich in … [Read more...]
C&C Insurance Brokers takeover Manchester Thunder match
With Manchester Thunder currently sitting top of the table in the Vitality Netball Superleague, main sponsor Stockport-based C&C Insurance Brokers had the opportunity to show its support for them on a Takeover Day. The Takeover Day saw C&C branding front and centre during the match … [Read more...]
New Chief Executive appointed at Greater Manchester housing association
Greater Manchester housing association, Great Places Housing Group, has announced the appointment of Alison Dean as its new Chief Executive. Outgoing Chief Executive Matt Harrison is standing down after more than 10 years in the job and over 30 with the organisation. Great Places Housing Group is … [Read more...]
Stockport County to roll out free PE kits initiative for primary school kids
Stockport County FC's Community Trust has launched an initiative to help get PE kits into Stockport’s primary schools in a bid to support local children to be more active and engaged in PE. Pressures on the family purse continue to be a contributing factor for primary school children not taking … [Read more...]
£196 million investment announced for North-west nuclear industry
The North-west of England is to become the first region in Europe outside Russia with the capability to produce advanced nuclear fuel following a £196 million government investment in nuclear energy firm, Urenco. Urenco have been awarded the funding to build a uranium enrichment facility at … [Read more...]
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