Businesses across the North have benefited from a total £180 million of investment since the launch of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II).

More than 400 businesses have been recognised by the Small Business Commissioner's Fair Payment Code for their payment practices since December 2024.

Robinsons Brewery pub, the Davenport Arms, Woodford, known as the Thief's Neck, is a finalist for Pub of the Year at the Marketing Cheshire Tourism Awards.

Azets, the UK top 10 accountancy and advisory Group, has announced the appointment of Joe Stroud as Corporate Finance Partner.

Stockport County Community Trust has relaunched its Primary School Assembly Programme for Key Stage 2 children across the borough.

Stockport Council has publsihed a draft Local Plan , which sets out potential development sites for new homes to meet Stockport's housing needs.

Greater Manchester is one of three UK city-regions to be awarded an additional £20 million in funding to invest into its science and technology sectors.

Cheadle-based specialist property lender, Together, has announced it will extend its dual representation proposition to Scotland.

John Lewis has invested in a new supplier platform, aimed at bringing a wider range of brands to customers at speed.

SAS Daniels welcomed Cheryl Simpson MBE, CEO of Space4Autism – the firm’s 2025 Charity of the Year – to speak at its most recent Business Breakfast event.

Vernon Building Society was named Employer of the Year at the North West Business of the Year Awards, its third accolade for employment practices in 2025.

Greater Manchester's Bee Network has launched a new 24/7 Travel Safe LiveChat service that will allow passengers and staff to report antisocial behaviour.