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Greater Manchester Business Board Spring Budget response
Greater Manchester Business Board response to the Spring Budget 2024, delivered today (Wednesday 6 March) by the Chancellor of the Exchequer. Among the measures focusing on business growth put forward in today’s Budget, there were a number of positive announcements...
Manchester remains a top UK city for Foreign Direct Investment
Manchester been ranked as Top Large UK City for Foreign Direct Investment in the FDI Intelligence European Cities and Regions of the Future 2024 report, confirming the region's status as a thriving hub for investment and economic growth. The Greater Manchester...
Manchester gains recognition as a UNESCO City of Lifelong Learning
Manchester has been officially recognised as a UNESCO City of Lifelong Learning, in recognition of the city's efforts to make lifelong learning a reality for all. The recognition means Manchester joins an international network of 356 cities around the world - the...
University of Salford to boost business potential with ‘Innovation Labs’ Workshops
The University of Salford is hosting a three-day innovation design sprint set to allow local business leaders to explore their potential and progress innovation. Innovation is an essential part of any business, but it can be difficult to carve out the time to explore...
SSE Energy Solutions and Greater Manchester Combined Authority launch green energy partnership
Energy infrastructure developer, SSE Energy Solutions, has signed an agreement with the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) to use the region as a test bed for pioneering projects which will accelerate its journey to net zero. The Memorandum of Understanding...
Kraft Heinz exploring onsite green hydrogen production at Wigan factory
The Kraft Heinz Company is exploring the feasibility of a green hydrogen production plant at its Kitt Green factory site in Wigan, as part of a new partnership with Carlton Power. The consumer goods giant and the energy developer are hoping to work together to develop...