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New Greek Street bridge beams installed in just four days

Network Rail has shared new footage of the huge beams being installed across the West Coast Main Line in Stockport to replace the Greek Street bridge. Network Rail and its contractor Murphy are on track to complete the main phase of the £20 million project in time for the railway line through … [Read more...]

HMRC warns of Self Assessment scams

HMRC is warning the millions of its Self Assessment customers to be vigilant to scams claiming to to be from the department. Scammers often impersonate HMRC, offering fake refunds or demanding urgent payments to steal personal and banking information. And while scams will claim its safe to share … [Read more...]

Stockport NHS finalists for ‘Chefs of the Year’

Two Stockport chefs from Stepping Hill Hospital’s catering team have been named as finalists in a competition to find the best NHS chefs in the country. Assistant head chef Ian Richards and apprentice assistant head chef Joe Omolo (pictured) entered this year's national Chef of the Year … [Read more...]

Stockport manufacturer expands premises

Stockport manufacturer, BFT Automation, has expanded its base of operations in the town with the acquisition of an additional warehouse next to its existing premises. The new facility, which adds an additional 5,000 sq ft to its existing 12,000 sq ft site in Heaton Mersey, will enable the … [Read more...]

Inflation rose to 3.8% in July

Latest annual inflation data from the Office of National Statistics (ONS) has revealed the Consumer Price Index (CPI) has risen by 3.8% in July. The increase, up from 3.6% in June, has exceeded economists expectations and is well above the Bank of England's 2% target for inflation. The Bank of … [Read more...]

Message confirmed for national emergency alert test

The message that will be sent during a test of the UK's emergency alert system at around 3pm on 7th September has been confirmed. Mobile phones connected to 4G and 5G networks will will vibrate and emit a loud, siren-like sound for up to ten seconds. A message will appear on screen, making it … [Read more...]

NHS Greater Manchester shares bank holiday health advice

Ahead of the upcoming bank holiday on 25th August, NHS Greater Manchester is asking local residents to plan ahead and be sure to know where to go if someone becomes unwell. Every bank holiday, NHS 111 sees huge increases in people getting in touch because they’ve run out of a prescription … [Read more...]

Electric van and truck grant scheme extended

Drivers and businesses will continue to benefit from lower prices for electric vans and trucks following the announcement of an extension to government funding to reduce their costs. The plug-in van and truck grant currently offers discounts up to £2,500 for small vans, £5,000 for large vans, … [Read more...]

CDL welcomes new Head of Professional Services

Stockport insurtech, CDL, has welcomed Debbie Chapman as the firm's new Head of Professional Services, leading the team responsible for project delivery. A few months into her new role, Debbie explains in an interview how AI will enhance the service for CDL customers. What are you bringing to … [Read more...]

Signpost for Carers hosts fashion fundraiser

Signpost for Carers, the Heaton Moor charity supporting unpaid carers across Stockport, is hosting an afternoon of fashion, fun, and community at The Purple Edit | Autumn in Style. The highlight of the day will be an exclusive Autumn fashion show from Suburban Muse, the Marple boutique known for … [Read more...]