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Alternate States’ platform builds on models generated within BIM (Building Information Modelling), taking the 3D modelled environments and presenting them in a VR setting

World's first virtual reality service for architects

Castleton-based Virtual Reality (VR) Development and Experience Studio Alternate States is offering a bespoke service to architects, letting them physically walk around the properties they design at any stage in the design and construction process.

Date Published 19/09/2019


National pawnbroker closes without warning

A national pawnbroker, which had a store in Rochdale town centre, has closed all its shops and website.

Date Published 19/09/2019

Record fundraising total at charity golf day

Heywood-based Logic Wealth Planning scored a record fundraising total at their annual charity golf day in early September, raising vital funds for Springhill Hospice in Rochdale.

Date Published 19/09/2019


Revilo Group employees look to land knockout blow for charity

Two have-a-go employees from the Rochdale-based Revilo Group – Mariam Aslam Digger and Oliver Collins – are about to swap the cosy comfort of their offices on Bridgefold Road for...

Date Published 18/09/2019

Lo-Dough celebrates winning prestigious People’s Choice Award at the 2019 Nourish Awards

A Rochdale-based innovative food-tech company has won a prestigious award for its incredibly low-calorie, gluten-free pizza base alternative, Lo-Dough.

Date Published 17/09/2019


Last chance for ambitious Manchester businesses to apply for bespoke growth programme

GC Business Growth Hub is issuing a final call for applications to its exclusive Amplify programme as the October start date for its latest cohort approaches.

Date Published 14/09/2019

Littleborough accountancy firm secures funding package to purchase premises

Versatile Accountancy Services Ltd, an accountancy practice in Littleborough, Lancashire, has secured a funding package from Santander Business Banking to purchase premises...

Date Published 13/09/2019


Liz McInnes raises CBI's warning against no-deal during Prime Minister's Questions

Heywood and Middleton MP Liz McInnes has asked Boris Johnson to work to protect vital business, following a warning against a no deal Brexit from the CBI.

Date Published 06/09/2019

High street prepares for business rates hike

Businesses could see their business rates increase by 2.1% next year as business rates increase with inflation.  

Date Published 05/09/2019


Businessman to push a bed around Rochdale for Springhill Hospice

John Keogh, owner of domicillary care provider Bluebird Care Rochdale, will be pushing a bed to supermarkets around the Rochdale borough to raise funds for Springhill Hospice as...

Date Published 05/09/2019

MPs urged to "find a Brexit deal that works for the North West" by CBI

Members of Parliament have been urged to find a Brexit deal that works for the North West, as the CBI Director-General Carolyn Fairbairn has written to every MP in the region.

Date Published 04/09/2019


Still time to enter the Rochdale Business Awards

The final chance for Rochdale’s businesses to enter this year's Rochdale Business Awards is fast approaching. By the 27 September, all nominations for Rochdale business...

Date Published 02/09/2019

Tetrosyl acquires Oldham-based James Briggs Ltd

Rochdale-based Tetrosyl, the largest manufacturer and supplier of car care products in Europe and the UK’s biggest independent oil blender, announced on Friday (30 August 2019)...

Date Published 02/09/2019


New private ultrasound scan clinic opens in Castleton

A new independent clinic offering diagnostic ultrasounds was officially opened by Mayor Billy Sheerin on Thursday 22 August.

Date Published 29/08/2019

HS2 consultation on connecting the line with Northern Powerhouse Rail

A consultation on changes to the proposed HS2 route to connect the line with Northern Powerhouse Rail closes in just two weeks.

Date Published 28/08/2019


Local chimney sweep backs BurnRight campaign

A Littleborough chimney sweep is backing a national campaign to help reduce pollution and keep flues safe.

Date Published 27/08/2019

Whitham Mills: inside an apprenticeship at a recycling equipment manufacturer 

Every day is different for an apprentice at Whitham Mills Engineering, a supplier of automatic baling solutions, waste management and recycling machinery.

Date Published 25/08/2019


Crystal Doors shortlisted for Manufacturer MX Awards 2019

Rochdale business Crystal Doors will go head to head with manufacturers across the country for the title of sustainable manufacturing after being shortlisted for The Manufacturer...

Date Published 23/08/2019

The Flying Horse Hotel is officially one of the best in the UK after retaining Greater Manchester Pub of the Year

The Flying Horse has retained its title of Greater Manchester's Pub of the Year by the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) for a second year – putting the town centre pub amongst the...

Date Published 23/08/2019


Middleton manufacturer expands firm to India

A Middleton-based gasket and seal manufacturer has opened an office in India to expand its international reach.
J A Harrison, a Manchester heritage company founded 120 years ago...

Date Published 21/08/2019

Pretty Parade boutique shortlisted for two prestigious awards

Littleborough boutique Pretty Parade has been shortlisted as a finalist in two categories for the upcoming Boutique Star Awards 2019.

Date Published 20/08/2019


Lancashire Farm Dairies signs up to Made Smarter support

Lancashire Farm Dairies, based in Rochdale, is among 11 businesses in the North West which has signed up to a business-led programme which aims to use digital technology to boost...

Date Published 16/08/2019

Call for digital businesses in Rochdale to help tackle skills shortage

Greater Manchester’s digital and creative sector will require at least 22,000 additional roles by 2035 in order to sustain itself, according to Manchester Digital, which is urging...

Date Published 15/08/2019


Local opticians’ hosts school workshop to put focus on eye health careers

To encourage budding young opticians to pursue a career in eye health, Specsavers in Rochdale has delivered a talk on eye health careers at St Andrew’s Primary School.

Date Published 13/08/2019

Heywood B&M store to open Friday

B&M Bargains has confirmed its new Heywood store on Dawson Street will open on Friday (16 August).

Date Published 13/08/2019


Thousands of disabled people in North West benefitting from workplace funding

Thousands of disabled people in the North West are being supported by the Access to Work scheme, as new figures reveal 4,630 people received the life-changing grant last year.

Date Published 12/08/2019

Neither North West nor EU ready for no deal, contingency planning study finds – CBI

A new report from Britain’s biggest business group puts forward 200 recommendations to help with no deal preparations for UK, EU and companies.

Date Published 12/08/2019


Rochdale recruitment firm celebrates 15 years in business

Rochdale-based recruitment agency, Recruitment Solutions (North West) Limited, are celebrating 15 years of working throughout Rochdale and the North West.

Date Published 10/08/2019

MID Communications achieves platinum accreditation for its people practices

Middleton-based MID Communications has achieved platinum level accreditation following a recent Investors in People (IIP) reassessment in June this year.

Date Published 09/08/2019


Family-owned dairy company’s free-range pilot program yields success

The first dairy company to launch free-range yoghurt in the UK, Lancashire Farm Dairies, has revealed the results from the pilot program.

Date Published 06/08/2019

Business doubles up after major expansion project

Manchester Galvanizing Ltd, based in Heywood, has more than doubled its footprint following a £1 million expansion project.

Date Published 02/08/2019


PTG to sponsor City University London 2019 Compressor Conference

Precision Technologies Group (PTG) will again be sponsoring the International Conference on Compressors and their Systems organised by City, University of London. The 2019...

Date Published 01/08/2019

SMEs in Rochdale offered grants of up to £12,500 to slash energy bills

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Rochdale can apply for grants of up to £12,500 to improve their energy efficiency.

Date Published 01/08/2019


Search begins for North West's most outstanding small businesses and self-employed people

The search is on for the North West’s most outstanding small businesses and self-employed people.
The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) is today (Thursday 1 August)...

Date Published 01/08/2019

Electricity North West remains committed to serving North West following completion of strategic review

​The region’s power network operator, Electricity North West, has announced that institutional investors advised by First State Investments and J.P. Morgan Asset Management...

Date Published 31/07/2019


Revilo Life to join the Revilo Group of companies

A fast-expanding Rochdale company has gone 'premium’ after joining forces with a leading figure in the North West insurance sector.

Date Published 31/07/2019

Makin Dixon raise money for Victim Support in Rochdale

Staff at Makin Dixon Solicitors took part in the Yorkshire Tough Mudder challenge on 27 July. The team of 30 included staff, family and friends who went through 10 miles of dirt,...

Date Published 30/07/2019


Hair salon moves to larger premises

A hair salon on Drake Street has moved into larger premises to further business and become more customer friendly.

Date Published 30/07/2019

Rochdale beauty salon crowned best in Greater Manchester

A Bamford-based beauty salon has been the voted best in the region.

Lucy Atherton, owner of The Beauty Establishment, scooped the Greater Manchester Five Star Beauty Salon of...

Date Published 29/07/2019


Rochdale BID and GMP provide reassuring presence in town centre with pop-up surgery

A pop-up surgery from the Rochdale Business Improvement District (BID) was held in partnership with Greater Manchester Police on Thursday (25 July).

Date Published 26/07/2019

Rochdale business man to embark on a trailblazing leadership programme 

Jeremy Kemsley-Pein, Director of Heatsense Cables in Rochdale, is among 12 business leaders from across the region who have embarked on an eight-month leadership programme...

Date Published 25/07/2019


Rochdale businesses take on hospice Corporate Challenge

Offices and workplaces across Rochdale are competing to become Springhill Hospice’s first ever Corporate Challenge Champions.

Date Published 24/07/2019

CBI North West manifesto launched for new PM

National business representor, the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) is urging the new Prime Minister to set a pro-enterprise path for the UK and to change the progress of...

Date Published 23/07/2019


Tips for employers to manage the hot weather at work

Workplace expert, Acas, has offered some top tips to help employers manage workplace challenges due to the hot weather.

Date Published 23/07/2019

CLA urges farmers and landowners to follow hedge cutting and trimming rules

The Country Land and Business Association (CLA) is reminding farmers to ensure that they follow the rules with their hedge cutting and trimming at this time of year.

Date Published 22/07/2019


Couzens Hair Salon celebrates 36 years of business

A special birthday cake was presented to Gregory Couzens on Thursday (18 July) to celebrate 36 years since his hair salon opened on The Walk in Rochdale town centre.

Date Published 20/07/2019

Government totally wrong to move the Clean Air Zones goalposts, says FSB

Government intervention forcing authorities in Greater Manchester to speed up the introduction of pollution charging will shut down firms and cost jobs, the Federation of Small...

Date Published 19/07/2019


Local business named Dealer Group of the Year

Swansway Motor Group, which owns and operates Motor Match Rochdale, is proving that local, independent and family-owned businesses can not only survive, but thrive, as they took...

Date Published 19/07/2019

Source Bioscience announces investment in thriving Rochdale facility

Advanced laboratory services and products company Source BioScience (SBS) welcomed Rochdale MP Tony Lloyd to its Kingsway facility recently and announced ambitious plans for the...

Date Published 18/07/2019


Rochdale business features in new Manchester Airport campaign to highlight benefits of living in the north

A high-flying Rochdale business will feature in a new campaign by Manchester Airport, celebrating all the things that make the north a great place to live, visit and trade with.

Date Published 17/07/2019

Kingsway Logic welcomes Commercial Blinds and Glazing as first tenant

Kingsway Business Park has confirmed Commercial Blinds and Glazing as the first tenant at Logic, an exciting new development of 11 self-contained units ranging in size from 3,000...

Date Published 16/07/2019


NSPCC thanks fundraising pharmacies for raising £650,000 in 13-year partnership

Staff at Rowlands Pharmacy ran hundreds of miles, jumped out of aeroplanes and organised hundreds of events to raise more than £650,000 for the NSPCC.

Date Published 16/07/2019

Devolution can offer an opportunity as industrial change takes effect says TUC

A report published this week (Monday 15 July), by the TUC, based on research conducted by the New Economics Foundation, looks at successful models for industrial transformation at...

Date Published 16/07/2019


Businesses in the North West urged to register for Making Tax Digital before August

More than 38,000 businesses in the North West, with a turnover above £85,000, have signed up to Making Tax Digital (MTD).

Date Published 11/07/2019

Rural communities in the North West celebrate broadband milestone

Thousands of the North West’s most rural homes and businesses are looking forward to a faster future thanks to the arrival of high-speed broadband.

Date Published 11/07/2019


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