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First poet laureate appointed for Rochdale

Multi award-winning poet Sammy Weaver has been appointed as Rochdale’s first ever poet laureate.  The multi-talented creative writer has been commissioned to capture the spirit of Rochdale in words, raising awareness and helping encourage people to

Pension Property Transactions: Unlocking the Potential of your SIPP or a SSAS

For business owners and investors seeking a tax-efficient way to invest in commercial property, using a pension scheme like a SIPP (Self-Invested Personal Pension) or SSAS (Small Self-Administered Scheme) can offer a powerful strategy.       

Be amazed: Rochdale’s year as Greater Manchester’s cultural hot spot

Rochdale is set for a spectacular year of festivals, performances, exhibitions and art, entertaining residents and attracting thousands of visitors from across the region. Its year as Greater Manchester Town of Culture began earlier this month with a

PDS Ltd Reclaims Its Roots in Rochdale, Doubles Turnover and Targets £25M Growth

Performance Doorset Solutions (PDS) Ltd, a leading force in security and fire door manufacturing, is proving that with the right people, place, and purpose, anything is possible.                     

Thousands enjoy spectacular town centre parade

More than 2,500 flocked to Rochdale Town Hall Square as the ‘Flight of Fancy’ parade came to town last week.

People from across the borough came together to soak up the carnival atmosphere, as the area surrounding

£30 Million Innovation Funding Boost to Rochdale based CEAMS Partnership

Innovate UK has announced an additional £30 million in funding to extend its highly successful Innovation Accelerator (IA) pilot programme through to 2026—further strengthening the UK’s global position in research and development. Among the pioneering projects continuing under

Do I need a Shareholders’ Agreement?

Thinking of starting a business with others, or already running one without a shareholders’ agreement in place?

Many founders and investors overlook this crucial document — until something goes wrong. A well-drafted shareholders’ agreement isn’t just

Borough’s £750,000 boost from Arts Council England

Rochdale Borough Council has been awarded £750,000 in Place Partnership funding from Arts Council England. This significant investment reflects Arts Council England’s commitment to encouraging cultural development in its priority places and will play a key role in