Manchester Airports Group (MAG) saw passenger numbers travelling in and out of its three UK airports rise 0.5% year-on-year in January 2025 to 3.9 million. The rolling 12-month passenger total for the Group – which operates Manchester, London Stansted and East Midlands airports – was 64.7 million … [Read more...]
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John Lewis partners with independent music retailer to bring vinyl range to Cheadle store
John Lewis has partnered with independent music retailer, Rough Trade, to offer customers a range of iconic albums on vinyl online and at select John Lewis stores, including John Lewis Cheadle. With sales of turntables and record players up 17 per cent compared with five years ago, there is … [Read more...]
Cheshire and Warrington join Government’s devolution priority programme
The Cheshire and Warrington region is to join the Government's devolution priority programme after its three local authorities agreed to pursue greater powers earlier this year. The region, comprising the three local authorities of Cheshire East, Cheshire West and Chester, and Warrington, is now … [Read more...]
GCBF and River Capital drive North West growth with £1.4 million NPIF II investment
GC Business Finance (GCBF) and River Capital have provided £1.4 million worth of funding to 23 businesses in the North West since the second Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund (NPIF II) launched in March 2024. The two organisations manage as a consortium NPIF II - GC Business Finance & River … [Read more...]
Apprenticeships investment hits £3 million at Manchester Airport
Manchester Airport has revealed it has invested £3 million in its apprenticeship programme since 2017, as the hub marks National Apprenticeship Week (10-16th February). More than 440 apprentices have joined the airport since it adopted its current scheme in 2017 and more than 100 apprentices are … [Read more...]
UK businesses facing higher costs for cloud services due to lack of competition
An independent inquiry for the Competitions and Markets Authority (CMA) has published findings of an investigation into the £9 billion cloud services market. The assessment has found that competition is not working as well as it could be, with UK businesses facing higher costs, less choice, less … [Read more...]
Nexer Digital supports leading brands in preparing for the European Accessibility Act
With the June 2025 deadline for the European Accessibility Act fast approaching, Macclesfield-based Nexer Digital has recently partnered with a number of key clients, including Bupa and Auto Trader, to help them prepare for the new accessibility requirements. Nexer Digital is providing these … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport unveils first look at new Terminal 2 experience
With the £1.3 billion transformation programme of Terminal 2 set to complete later this year, Manchester Airport has unveiled a video preview of what passengers can expect to experience when travelling. The first phase of the programme – an extension that doubled the size of Terminal 2 – opened … [Read more...]
British Business Bank reveals impact after a decade of support for small businesses in the North West
Since it was established in 2014, the British Business Bank has delivered funding to over 24,000 smaller businesses across the North West of England according to findings published in the Bank’s The Power of 10: 10 Year Impact Report. Assessment of the British Business Bank’s impact found … [Read more...]
Synergy Recruitment shares findings from Cheshire and South Manchester salary survey
Office support specialist recruitment agency, Synergy Recruitment, has released the results of a comprehensive Salary Survey for roles in Cheshire and South Manchester. The survey highlights current salary bands for key positions in Administration, Customer Service, and Accounts & Finance in … [Read more...]
MAG partners with Cirium to improve operational and environmental performance
Manchester Airports Group (MAG), the largest UK airport operator and which owns and operates Manchester, East Midlands and London Stansted airports, has entered into an agreement with aviation analytics firm, Cirium. The multi-year deal will see MAG utilise a range of Cirium’s analytics and … [Read more...]
SAS Daniels’ reveals four-figure fundraising total for 2024
Cheshire law firm, SAS Daniels LLP, has revealed its staff have raised over £5,000 in 2024 through dedicated fundraising efforts for the firm’s chosen charity, Stockport and District Mind. The full service law firm has a proud tradition of supporting local charities each year, with the latest … [Read more...]