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Friday, October 17, 2025

Anti-Slavery Day: Why small businesses hold the key to change

Every year on the 18th October, the UK marks Anti-Slavery Day, a moment to reflect on an aspect of society that’s uncomfortable but urgent. It’s here, woven into the fabric of everyday life and, sometimes, into the supply chains of businesses that would never dream of being complicit.

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Wednesday, April 9, 2025

Supporting businesses impacted by US Trade Tariffs

The Growth Company is working with partners to help businesses navigate the impact of US tariff announcements.

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Wednesday, December 18, 2024

Two GC leaders shortlisted for North West Leadership Awards

Donna Edwards, our Managing Director for Business Support and Business Finance and Yvonne Sampson, Head of Enterprise at GM Business Growth Hub have been shortlisted for the North West Leadership Awards.

Attendees at the launch event for the Enhanced Trade Partnership

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Thursday, November 21, 2024

Government teams up with Greater Manchester to support SMEs to export

Greater Manchester’s businesses will be the very first in the country to benefit from an enhanced and unparalleled Government support scheme to help them export to more markets around the world.