The Growth Company supports Manchester’s LGBTQ+ community at Manchester Pride
To celebrate and support Manchester’s LGBTQ+ community, the Growth Company will be taking part in this year’s Pride Parade on Saturday 24 August.
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30
Jul
Learners put their skills to the test to mark World Refrigeration Day
- Lucy Markillie
On June 26, GC Education & Skills’ refrigeration apprentices celebrated World Refrigeration Day at an event held at the Practical Refrigeration Training Centre in Burnley.
18
Jul
The Growth Company appointed national delivery partner for Be the Business Mentoring for Growth programme
- Lucy Markillie
- Be the Business Business Growth Hub SMEs Business Mentoring
The Growth Company has been announced as the new delivery partner for Be the Business' Mentoring for Growth scheme.
16
Jul
Innovation showcase deadline extended to July 31st
- Lucy Markillie
- Innovation Showcase Venturefest North West Business Growth Hub
Growth-hungry SMEs from across the North West, and from any sector, now have until July 31st to enter the Innovation Showcase – a contest which could transform your business.
11
Jun
‘Our Pass’ unveiled to give young people free bus travel across Greater Manchester
- Lucy Markillie
- Education & Skills young people
A new bus pass has been launched to give 16-18 year olds in Greater Manchester the freedom to travel, work, learn, train and play. Designed by the Youth Combined Authority (YCA), Our Pass will give young people free bus travel across the city-region from September.
11
Jun
Campaign launched across Greater Manchester to get people talking about suicide
- Lucy Markillie
Greater Manchester’s Health and Social Care Partnership have launched their ‘Shining a Light on Suicide’ campaign to provide support to anyone who is feeling suicidal, or who has been bereaved by suicide.
24
May
Silver for The Manchester Garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2019
- Lucy Markillie
Manchester’s first entry at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2019, inspired by the themes of adaptability and resilience, has been awarded Silver.
23
May
New contract set to strengthen GC’s skills and employment provision across Liverpool City Region
- Lucy Markillie
- Liverpool City Region Skills Employment
We’re proud to announce that we’ve just won a new contract to deliver the Adult Education Budget (AEB) across Liverpool City Region (LCR) – worth £1m per year for up to three years.
21
May
ESFA’s apprenticeship service overhaul is welcome news for SMEs
- Lucy Markillie
- Apprenticeship Levy
At the moment, only Levy-paying employers, or those who are in receipt of a transfer of funds, can utilise the full benefits of thr ESFA's Apprenticeship Service. However, from Summer 2019, more and more employers will begin to have access – regardless of their size and whether or not they pay into the Levy.
17
May
Skills Support programmes will support falling unemployment rate
- Lucy Markillie
- Skills Support Employment
Recent findings from the Office for National Statistics show that the UK’s unemployment rate is at its lowest level since 1974 – at just 3.8%. The figures suggest that a booming higher-skilled jobs market is the driving force behind the country’s continued record employment rates.
News Archives
(24/05) Silver for The Manchester Garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2019
(23/05) New contract set to strengthen GC’s skills and employment provision across Liverpool City Region
(21/05) ESFA’s apprenticeship service overhaul is welcome news for SMEs
(17/05) Skills Support programmes will support falling unemployment rate
(17/05) Breaking down the barriers to employment
(16/05) Nine North West manufacturers first in UK to sign up for Made Smarter support
(14/05) 5 ways to maintain a healthy and happy workforce
(09/05) Working Well (Work and Health Programme) celebrated in the press
(20/12) Government plans for no-deal Brexit – yet it’s not all bad news for your business
(14/12) Better pay, better job prospects: why these are vital for the future of the care industry
(13/12) Employment support is vital for disabled people – and we’re proud to be leading the way
(13/12) A welcome boost for creative industries across Greater Manchester and beyond
(11/12) How to make 2019 your year for export growth
(30/11) How would a tourism sector deal boost skills and productivity in GM?
(29/11) The Growth Company wins national award recognising it as a leading social enterprise
(20/11) £20 million ‘Made Smarter’ North West Programme to lead UK’s next industrial revolution
(20/11) Where Angels Dare to Tread
(20/11) GC Angels host BEIS and UKBAA round table to shape future of Angel investing in the region
(19/11) Digital 1000 helps residents across Greater Manchester to boost their digital skills
(16/11) Friend or foe? Our complicated relationship with alcohol
(08/11) World Quality Day: why quality is vital for reputation, profitability and performance
(07/11) Akeim shines as a role model for Manchester’s youth
(05/11) ‘Make It’ campaign helps to get young people interested in manufacturing and STEM careers
(31/10) Food Allergens – The importance of correct handling and labelling in food manufacture
(29/10) My experience as a mentor: Naomi Timperley
(19/10) Focus on: digital skills
(15/10) Why we need to act now to create cleaner air
(15/10) Improve your digital skills with Get Online Week and Digital 1000
(10/10) Mental health support: a necessity for young people
(08/10) Breaking down the barriers to apprenticeships
(05/10) World Teachers’ Day: Akeim inspires the younger generation
(04/10) Why employers need to ensure their staff have a good work-life balance
(03/10) Supporting Greater Manchester’s ageing population with Digital 1000
(01/10) The new National Careers Service contract begins today
(01/10) RAISE celebrates 1,000 successful progressions
(01/10) Greater China Business Awards 2019 - Recognising North West Success in Greater China
(01/10) The Growth Company: creating a strong STEM workforce for the future
(25/09) How Challenge 4 Change is helping people to step away from crime
(21/09) Venturefest North West 2018 proves a great success for the 5th year running
(19/09) Why we need to develop the coders of the future
(12/09) Digital 1000 will help GM residents to stay safe online
(03/09) Why apprenticeships are vital to the future of health and social care
(23/07) On top of the world – leadership tips for exporters
(23/07) The Growth Company wins bid to deliver National Careers Service across the North West of England
(13/07) Why selling on e-marketplaces is a must for e-commerce businesses
(05/07) Direct Access Consultancy looks to Middle East for growth
(05/07) How North West businesses can benefit from e-commerce on global online platforms
(05/07) "Export growth: it’s the future" - Sara Knowles, International Trade Adviser
(02/07) Delivering better apprenticeships
(26/02) Industry 4.0. What does it mean for your business?
(26/02) GM Co Investment Fund targeting £15m into the Greater Manchester technology and innovation sectors
(23/02) Growth Company part of national support offer following Carillion collapse
(12/02) Comments: Creating a zero-carbon economy - If not us, who? If not now, when?
(12/02) Future-proofing your international business
(24/11) Choose your colours: what international sellers need to know
(23/11) The Growth Company wins Working Well contract (Work & Health Programme)
(14/11) Three things every business should know about
(13/11) What If...
(10/11) Six ways to make selling online a success
(01/11) Manchester food firm lands deal as PM strengthens trade ties on Canada trip
(29/04) “GM Futures” Sign Memorandum Of Understanding
(14/04) Government Publishes Guide To Energy Efficiency For SMEs
(14/04) The Works & The University of Manchester Launch the ‘Construction Academy’ for Local Residents
(08/04) From Banker To Butcher As The Butcher’s Quarter Launches With £50k BFS Business Loan
(08/04) Hospitality Jobs Fair Attracts Job Seekers
(30/01) George Osborne invites new Angel Co Investment Service to number 11
(26/01) BFS helps The Tweed Brewing Company bring brewing back to Hyde
(23/01) Brighter prospects on horizon for Rochdale
(22/01) Business Finance Solutions Makes First Award From £3m North West Fund For Micro Loans
(12/01) Manchester features in prestigious travel list
(12/01) Manchester talent pool attracts leading global law firm
(17/12) Skills Solutions Take Part In Mission Christmas
(15/12) MIDAS half year results significantly up
(08/12) Manchester is the European City of Science
(05/12) Students Thrive At Key 103’s Christmas Live
(05/12) Manchester named ‘Best UK Youth Destination’
(03/12) Winners announced in the Manchester Tourism Awards
(02/12) Richard Topliss appointed as chair of the Manchester Growth Company