From our Members News Feeds
If your lawn is covered with moss after the winter - call us NOW to arrange a quote for moss killing treatment and scarifying - 02/02/2012
By - Tameside Lawn Care
Valentine Jewellery at the Royal Exchange - 01/02/2012
By - SJM Designs
Manchester Jewellers will be exhibiting pieces inspired by the valentines theme at the Royal Exchange in Manchester until the 3rd March 2012. Local contemporary jeweller Samantha Mills's love of lace, carries through into this collection of charming hearts.
Adornments for Justice tours to Germany - 01/02/2012
By - SJM Designs
Samantha Mills's Adornments for Justice piece will be exhibited at the:
Felix Nussbaum Haus, Osnabrück, Germany:
2nd February - 5th April 2012
Osnabrück Cultural History Museum and Felix Nussbaum Haus
Lotter Straße 2
49078, Osnabruck
GERMANY
This recently refurbished museum sits in the German town of Osnabruck which is named 'city of peace', it was founded by the Jewish artist Felix Nussbaum who died at Auschwitz in 1944 and therefore this cultural history museum is the perfect venue for our human rights exhibition.
Free Websites for all - 01/02/2012
By - The Free Website Company
Hi all, Some of you may not know but here at the Free Website Company, we have been producing first class business websites for a manner of local, national and even international customers. If you are looking for a website or know somebody that is then send them to www.freewebsites1.co.uk to get them started.
As part of our 1st Birthday we have Apple iPod Touch's to give away throughout February. - 01/02/2012
By - innov8 Conference Services
Its our first birthday, and we are celebrating it with our clients! As well as some great deals on venue finding, we are giving away iPod Touch's for any confirmed venue bookings with us over £5,000 made this month (February). The event can be for any date in the next 12 months, however it must be a new enquiry and book a venue we suggest. It's our way of saying thank you for all your support over the last 12 months. Contact our venue finding team today for more details through February and join us in the birthday celebrations!!
Did you Know! - 01/02/2012
By - GGL Pet Supplies
Did You Know (Chewing Gum)
As a dog walker there is nothing more annoying than people who spit chewing gum out onto the pavement, I spend a lot of time on my walks fishing chewing gum out of puppies and other dogs mouths. Chewing gum contains a substance call Xylitol which is highly toxic and lethal to dogs, its not a joke, google it! Chewing Gum can also become lodged in your dogs throat and cause choking or even block up the intestines which could also kill them. Chewing gum is a real threat to dogs and you must do everything you can to keep chewing gum away from your dog as it is a serious risk their life.
Did You Know (Dog Fouling)
Places where you have to clean up:
Public places e.g.
Places where you do not have to clean up
Registered blind people in charge of a dog do not need to clean up (but any other person exercising a guide dog must clean up).
Fines
It is an offence to fail to remove dog faeces deposited by a dog under your control.
If you are issued with a fixed penalty notice for dog fouling, you have 14 days to pay the £80 penalty.
If no payment is received (or you disagree with the notice) you will be issued a summons (so you will have to appear atMagistrates Court).
If found guilty, you could be fined up to £1,000 for each offence.
RENT YOUR HOUSE - 30/01/2012
By - 4LET2U LTD
CONTACT STEVE TO DISCUSS SUBSTANTIAL SAVINGS FOR RESIDENTIAL LANDLORDS
February Pie of the Month - 30/01/2012
By - Bradleys Bakery
February's Pie of the Month is pork and black pudding pie with chilli. These pies are amazing! We have been sampling them with customers and staff and they have had the thumbs up from everyone. Delicious hot or cold!
Tameside Creative's February Event - 30/01/2012
By - Mistry Marketing & Events
Last chance to book on to February's Tameside Creatives event Wednesday 1st February 2012.
http://www.tamesidecreativesnetwork.com
Time – (9.30 – 9.45am to get your refreshments to start for) 10-12pm
Venue – Unit 29 Staveleigh Mall, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 7JJ
Parking is available at the Ladysmith or Arcades multi-storey car park.
To reserve your place by emailing me at corporate@mistrymarketingevents.co.uk by Monday 30th January.
I am running free marketing clinics for businesses needing advice on marketing, so booked by Monday 30th January
Kind regards
Shilpa
5 Communication skills you need if you want to get ahead - 30/01/2012
By - Mistry Marketing & Events
Continuing on from 2 week we have covered: 5 key planning skills, 5 creativity skills, here are 5 key communication skills you need to consider to get ahead:
Communication
1. Written - Most people in business spend a lot of time communicating in writing. You will spend a good few hours a day fighting your inbox. Add to this reports, proposals etc it's certain you will need to sharpen your word power to succeed.
2. Social Networking - We are not all comfortable socialising, some of us struggle to make small talk. It is a key skill to learn though, it is true what they say, and sometimes it is about who you know than what you know!
3. Speaking - Public speaking ranks high amongst the worlds most popular fears. You must overcome it and the best way is to practice. It might feel more comfortable working from the safety of your desk but at some point you are going to have to present. Better to have some experience under your belt before being forced to perform unprepared when it really counts.
4. Sales - You might think you do not need to sell but we all have to sell every day. In normal life we sell, persuading your partner of family that you really need that new purchase, getting out of that parking ticket ... persuasion skills can come in very handy indeed.
5. Negotiation - If you can't sell perhaps you can negotiate. A lot of the skills are the same but you will find people who have been in business for a while can drive a hard bargain. If you do not have the skills you will lose out each and every time.
I will be back with more tips next week on Productivity.
Fantastic Wedding Exhibition 12th February! - 27/01/2012
By - Marshall Thomas Photography
We're looking forward to our next wedding fair outing which will be the HUGE IDo Magazine Wedding Exhibition.
The day starts at 10am, includes many many suppliers demonstrating their products and three live catwalk shows.
Visit the exhibition website:
www.ido-weddingexhibitions.co.uk
and click 'competitions' to see if you can win our £150 album voucher (dependent on booking a wedding package with us-minimum £850 Bronze).
Come and visit our stall to chat to us and see our 2012 products and packages: we'll make you very welcome!
Marshall and Beren
07961 960016
Tameside's "smallest" business on the road again in 2012 - 26/01/2012
By - Mossley Model Maker
Woodend Mill, Manchester Road, Mossley - next dates are: Saturdays 28th January, 11th and 25th February 2012 11:00 - 16:00hrs
Ashton Farmers and Craft Market every last Sunday in the month - on 29th January and 26th February 2012 between 9:00 - 14:00hrs
I'll have a selection of my work on display at both markets in Tameside.
And Members of Tameside Business Family are eligible for a 10% discount on the cost of a model.
Look forward to seeing you soon!
- 26/01/2012
By - Bennett Staff Bureau
We are serious about standards and commit to the REC code of practice, providing independent quality assurance – we meet our promises and will be held to account. July 2011 recently REC inspected and passed.
- 26/01/2012
By - Bennett Staff Bureau
Recruiting the right Temporary or Permanent Staff is vital to business success – we are here to get it right for you!
We are a local independent recruitment agency that can help and we know that our rates provide exceptional value for money and that we deliver a very efficient and effective quality service. How do we know, you ask? Quite simply, because our clients’ tell us so and they use us time and time again. So why use Bennetts Staff Bureau? Contact us to find out - 0161 368 5511
Sweet 16 and a makeover for marketing company - 26/01/2012
By - Fig Creative
2012 marks 16 successful years for local marketing company First Impression, who are celebrating their coming of age with an exciting new look and the launch of their Marketing Partner Programme. Piloted with a handful of clients, the newly formed Fig Creative’s innovative partnership-based approach has already reaped serious rewards with one client experiencing a tenfold increase in income in under 12 months.
So what’s the secret? Fig Creative works in partnership with their clients, agreeing marketing objectives and spend over an annual period but spreading that cost on a monthly basis. In effect they become your retained virtual marketing department delivering agreed activities on time and to budget, ensuring they have maximum impact on your bottom line.
In challenging trading conditions the benefits of the programme outweight the investment involved: it allows easy and accurate management of marketing spend, provides access to a team of marketing professionals with broad experience across a range of disciplines, gives focus and momentum to marketing activity and delivers tangible financial results.
In celebration Fig Creative invite local businesses from around the region to an open day 17th January 11 – 3pm to find out more about the Marketing Partners Programme and how it could move their business forward in 2012. Customers of Fig Creative are having drinks and canapes from 4 – 6pm on the same day to celebrate.
Helen Dunca, MD of the newly branded Fig Creative explains, “We work with many local companies, providing design, print and web services and we will continue to offer great quality for great value. But we know that no one marketing activity will transform a business, particularly in a challenging economic climate. Our new Marketing Partner Programme blends a variety of targeted marketing activities to give local companies the support they need to grow their businesses – without breakign the bank. And it really works, come and see our customer videos at our open day.”
The friendly Fig Creative team is now 7 strong and offers a full range of marketing services, including branding consultancy, PR, design and print, copy writing and internet and social media strategy.
Find out more at www.figcreative.co.uk
Little Giggles is expanding! - 26/01/2012
By - Little Giggles Private Day Nursery
Little Giggles nursery is currently expanding....40 new childrens places will be available along with a sensory room and a large phyiscal play area.
More news to follow..........
Pie of the Month - 23/01/2012
By - Bradleys Bakery
January's Pie of the Month is Chicken and mushroom.
Remember we can deliver to your workplace at lunchtime in the Tameside area (orders must be £15 or over). Our potato and meat catering pies are ideal for staff training days.
We hope to see you soon.
Pie of the Month - 23/01/2012
By - Bradleys Bakery
January's Pie of the Month is Chicken and mushroom.
Remember we can deliver to your workplace at lunchtime in the Tameside area (orders must be £15 or over). Our potato and meat catering pies are ideal for staff training days.
We hope to see you soon.
- 23/01/2012
By - Saddleworth Creative Network
Easter Craft Festival Uppermill Civic Hall Saturday 10th March 2012
Tameside Creative's February Event - 23/01/2012
By - Mistry Marketing & Events
February's Tameside Creatives event will be on Wednesday 1st February 2012. http://www.tamesidecreativesnetwork.com Time – (9.30 – 9.45am to get your refreshments to start for) 10-12pm Venue – Unit 29 Staveleigh Mall, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 7JJ Parking is available at the Ladysmith or Arcades multi-storey car park. To reserve your place by emailing me at corporate@mistrymarketingevents.co.uk by Monday 30th January. I am running free marketing clinics for businesses needing advice on marketing, so booked by Monday 30th January Kind regards Shilpa
5 Creativity skills you need if you want to get ahead - 23/01/2012
By - Mistry Marketing & Events
Continuing on from last week 5 key planning skills, here are 5 creativity skills you need to consider to get ahead:
Creativity
1. Imagination - Many people neglect their creative side feeling that it is better to be all about the logic, but in fact some of the most successful business people are also the most imaginative.
2. Inventiveness - If you can imagine it you can create it, and if you create it then you can sell it! Look around you, think of the things you buy and use, someone had to have the idea before it was built and sold to you. You might be surprised how few mad inventors there are, more products are invented in a office than a garage.
3. Problem Solving - A big part of surviving in business is about solving problems fast and effectively. An employee who is good at keeping their head in a crisis while fighting fires is a worthwhile asset to any business.
4. Brainstorming - Some people think brainstorming is all about having stupid ideas while ridiculing the contributions of everyone else while drinking coffee and eating biscuits or cakes. Perhaps this is why brainstorms get a bad name? If you can brainstorm great ideas, fast then you will be one step ahead.
5. Making connections - Some of the best ideas have simply been about connecting two otherwise unconnected ideas together. Could you invent the next iPhone App?
I will be back with more tips next week on Communication.
Renewable Energy Awareness Course - 19/01/2012
By - Tameside College
The BPEC Renewables Awareness course is designed for anyone who wishes to know a little more about renewable energy technologies, from homeowners to trades specialists. It is built on a modular basis starting with an introduction/context setting module which explains why we need to consider renewable energy systems within our homes. It then continues with further modules looking at each technology and considering what each is capable of, what it cannot provide, how it works and what the potential financial benefits and payback period are likely to be.
If required trainees can sit a short assessment which, if you are successful, can show you understand the basics of each of the technologies.
Course length 2 days @ £199. Contact Barry Hardman @ Tameside College on 0161 908 6728.
Lean Awareness - Free Workshops! - 19/01/2012
By - Tameside College
These workshops provide an insight into Lean tools and techniques. They will help organisations identify the wastes within their business, together with the tools that can be used to eliminate them in order to improve quality, reduce costs and reduce lead times.
Key Topics
- Introduction to Lean principles and their benefits
- 8 Wastes
- 5S
- Kanban
- Deming Cycle
- Root Cause Analysis/ Problem Solving
Workshop 1 Tuesday 21st February, 9:30am - 12noon Workshop 2 Wednesday 22nd February, 5:30pm - 8pm
Workshop 3 Thursday 23rd February, 1:30pm - 4pm
There is no cost for the workshops, light refreshments will be provided.
Book early to reserve a place, these workshops will be popular! Call Tameside Business College on 0303 333 1462
Cavity Wall Insulation Course March 2012 - 19/01/2012
By - Tameside College
The next ACOPS course will be running on Friday 2nd March 2012. This course is CIGA approved and covers the following:
· The Gas Safety (Installation & Use) Regulation 8 1998
· Gas Industry Unsafe Categories & Procedures
· How Gas Burns & Causes of Incomplete Combustion
· Guidance – Risk Assessment and Safe Working Procedures
· Identifying & Checking Appliances
· The Requirements for Ventilation & Flues
· Customer Care & Advice
Courses run at Tameside College Plumbing Centre in Ashton under Lyne, priced at £100 per person and includes lunch. To book you place call Jacqui Anderson on: 0303 333 1462.
CPA1 Training: Keep your Gas Safe Registration - 19/01/2012
By - Tameside College
The introduction of the CPA1 Combustion Performance Analysis of Domestic Appliances is a gas safety course and assessment designed specifically for gas service engineers. The 1 day course including assessment costs just £99.
Call for dates before 1st April 2012: 0303 333 1462.
GGL Pet Services - 18/01/2012
By - GGL Pet Supplies
are you booking your holidays or going away for a romantic weekend, dont forget to book your pet in with GGL Pet services, Fully Licensed and Insured. Tust us to look after your pet whilst you are away, for further details and testimonials please visithttp://www.gglpetsupplies.com/2011/06/pet-sitting-and-dog-walking-services/
TV Style Ads For Small Businesses - 18/01/2012
By - Manchester Video Limited
- Cost from £199.00
- Full HD Filming
- Professional Editing
- Minimum Fuss
- Share on Social Networks
- Show on iPhone/Android
- No hosting fees
Online video is one of the best ways to promote your small business. Attention spans are short - the good news is that a high impact video can deliver your message effectively with a call to action in 60 seconds or less.
Call us on 0161 637 6838 or visit us online for more information.
Take a look at our website for details of our special offers and sponsorship deals! www.winningways.co.uk
Keep in Local - 17/01/2012
By - Staly Mag
It’s probably cheaper than you think to advertise in Staly Mag and what’s more the work you get from the advert will mostly likely be local, so that will cut down on your travelling costs. The deadline for advertising in the February issue of Staly Mag is the end of the week and there are some real bargains to be had, so why not give me a ring on 0789 082 6331 to find out how little it costs to reach directly into 3000 homes in Stalybridge.
FREE SOLAR PV - 17/01/2012
By - WHYATT ELECTRICAL LTD
We are now offering through our business partners FREE SOLAR PV, to suitable propertys.
See our website link for more details or contact Richard on 0161 3666470
www.wwelecltd.com
Brilliant Wedding Fair on Sunday! - 17/01/2012
By - Marshall Thomas Photography
Thanks to all who attended!
Many thanks to County Brides for their great show on Sunday at the MCFC ground. Lots of positive feedback and smiling faces! Looking forward to our next show!
Marshall and Beren
07961 960016
www.marshallthomasphotography.co.uk
5 planning skills you need if you want to get ahead - 16/01/2012
By - Mistry Marketing & Events
The greatest people in business have certain attributes in common. Several personal qualities are important, like a thirst for continuous education, personal drive and motivation, strong goals and ambition, clear vision, and always a great deal of passion.
Beyond those personal qualities though, what makes a successful business person stand out from the crowd? Here are 5 planning skills you need if you want to get ahead:
Planning
1. Strategic - A business that lurches from one crisis to another is not going to stay around very long. Obviously if you are in charge then you have to set your goals or objectives. Can you clearly see the road ahead?
2. Project - Project management makes your life and that of your team less stressful and gets things done on time and on budget. It might not be the white knuckle ride that some enjoy but at least you will be able to clock off at a reasonable hour!
3. Financial - The top reason why businesses go out of business is bad financial planning. All the cash flows in the wrong direction and in the wrong hands. Someone needs a firm grip on the numbers and it had better be you otherwise someone might just take a trip at your expense.
4. Risk - I'm a natural worrier which though it annoys my family, does have the advantage in business that I tend to see the potential potholes in any plan. If you can imagine a risk you can set about to mitigate it.
5. Logistics - Money is just one resource you need. Any business has inputs and outputs. You need to have the right people in the right jobs with what they need when they need it to get their work done. Logistics could make you a hero in your office.
I will be back with more tips next week on Creativity
Pride of Tameside Business Awards 2012 - 16/01/2012
By - Mistry Marketing & Events
I am looking for Corporate Sponsors for next year’s Pride of Tameside Business Awards 2012.
Corporate Sponsorship package for £500 includes:
MARKETING
Credited as an associate sponsor in all event literature online and offline.
CORPORATE ENTERTAINMENT
• 2 complimentary tickets to the Black Tie Gala Dinner, awards evening
• Invitation for your guests to Gala Dinner, with menu options.
• Complimentary programmes for your guest.
• Corporate goody bag for each of your guests at end of award evening.
All the above is inclusive without any responsibilities or duties.
You have the option of sponsoring one of the following:
• Champagne Reception
• Printing of programmes and award literature
• Certificates and Trophies for the finalist and winners
If you are interested, please contact me directly as places are limited at corporate@mistrymarketingevents.co.uk
Tameside Creative's February Event - 16/01/2012
By - Mistry Marketing & Events
February's Tameside Creatives event will be on Wednesday 1st February 2012.
http://www.tamesidecreativesnetwork.com
Time – (9.30 – 9.45am to get your refreshments to start for) 10-12pm
Venue – Unit 29 Staveleigh Mall, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 7JJ
Parking is available at the Ladysmith or Arcades multi-storey car park.
To reserve your place by emailing me at corporate@mistrymarketingevents.co.uk by Monday 30th January.
Kind regards
Shilpa
JANUARY HALF PRICE SALE - 14/01/2012
By - Absolute Serenity Health & Beauty Therapies
THE BIG JANUARY EVENT - JUST TILL THE END OF JANUARY!
When it's gone it's gone - (well till this time next year most likely.)
Ladies! its your opportunity to try a really first class holistic massage therapy where you are the star of the show. Be pampered from head to foot by a very experienced and insured therapist in beautiful professional surroundings, escape for a while from the humdrum! You will recieve a very warm welcome.This particular offer we do not make very often, so grab it while you can!
All new lady clients recieve a 50% discount on all therapies of 1 hour or longer.
All vouchers of £50 or more also at half price for the event, when purchased by or for a lady.
PS - OUR VOUCHERS ARE NOT DATED AND CAN BE REDEEMED AT ANY TIME - For the discounted price they must be purchased before the end of January; so you can buy now and stash away for a birthday treat for someone special later in the year! What a good idea!
SEE YOU AT THE SALE!
Gentlemen recieve either a free eye brow tidy or pedicure with all therapies of 1 hour or longer.
Generally a minimum 24 hours notice required to avoid disapointment
Prior Appointment only
All calls monitored
We do not respond to texts, with held numbers or emails - please call in person.
Check out the web site for full information and Company Policies
http://www.absolute-serenity.co.uk
Wedding Fair on Sunday at Manchester City ground! - 13/01/2012
By - Marshall Thomas Photography
Call for collaboration - 12/01/2012
By - Warp Asylum
Big news! We're starting a new project this year but we need your help! We want to collaborate with a company who perhaps aren't having such a good software experience when it comes to running their business. Perhaps you're using an off-the-shelf package but it doesn't quite do what you want. Or perhaps you have custom software already but it's getting old and creaking a bit. Maybe you have great software but it's desktop based and not online. Maybe you've just started in business and no software seems to exist to do what you need. We want you! We want you because we want to fix your software woes. We want to create a modern, scalable, efficient, cloud-based piece of software for you to run your business. We are willing to do this for free (yes, really!) but we need your input. There can only be one "winner" so please get in touch with us for more information! Contact Daniel on: 07988 564537 or daniel.rhodes@warpasylum.co.uk
REMINDER: TWEN/Cherchez January meeting - 10/01/2012
By - Tameside Womens Enteprise Network
The next meeting of the TWEN/Cherchez Networking group will take place on Tuesday 17 January 2012. The venues are as follows:
Session 1: 12 noon - 2pm at Cafe Mozaic, 19 Warrington Street, Ashton-under-Lyne OL6 6AZ (www.cafemozaic.co.uk)
Session 2: 5pm - 7pm at Godley, Hyde (full address will be provided to those booking), hosted by JAM Business Services.
You need to get your place booked for this exciting event as each session is limited to 6 participants.
The cost will be £8 for Cherchez Members and £10 for non-members.
You can book on the website http://www.chercheznetworking.co.uk/cherchez-tameside/.
Construction Trades Mini Trade Fair - Tameside College - 09/01/2012
By - Tameside College
Thursday February 9th 10.00 - 14.00 at Tameside College Beaufort Rd
Come and view the facilities and services Tameside College have to offer. Speak with our training providers about the benefits of employing an apprentice. Meet the highly skilled trainers and see how a tailored package could be adapted to your company's need. Kindly supported by Benchmark Building Supplies, Festool, Stabila and Howdens Joinery who will be offering discounted tooling and demonstrating their latest products.
Further information from Maxine Parfitt 0161 908 5706
or Richard Gleaves
0161 908 6721
richard.gleaves@tameside.ac.uk
"urgent deliveries" - 09/01/2012
By - Manor Couriers
Manor Couriers will deliver your goods day or night to any destination across the Uk with timed and signed notification
Tips to make 2012 the year for your business... - 09/01/2012
By - Mistry Marketing & Events
Tameside Creative's 2012 - 09/01/2012
By - Mistry Marketing & Events
Last chance to book on to January's Tameside Creatives event. The meeting will be on Wednesday 11th January 2012.
http://www.tamesidecreativesnetwork.com
Time – (9.30 – 9.45am to get your refreshments to start for) 10-12pm
Venue – Unit 29 Staveleigh Mall, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 7JJ
Parking is available at the Ladysmith or Arcades multi-storey car park.
To reserve your place by emailing me at corporate@mistrymarketingevents.co.uk.
Kind regards
Shilpa
Vacancies for Adults or children.
Shift workers can be accomodated.
Spring Wedding Fairs for 2012 - 05/01/2012
By - Marshall Thomas Photography
Our Spring 2012 wedding fairs have been finalised- let any friends and relatives know that we're available for a chat on these dates! Also, we can visit at any time to talk through their requirements and show examples of albums and images!
January 15th: Manchester City Football Club (County Brides)
February 12th: Elland Road, Leeds (I Do Magazine)
February 19th: Cheadle House, Manchester Airport (deVere Hotels)
March 4th: The Talking Point, Saddleworth
March 18th: The Norton Grange Hotel (Mercure Hotels)
If you need more info, contact us on 07961 960016! Happy New Year!
News From the Business Family
Hyde Town Centre Development - Works to Hyde Outdoor Market - 02/02/2012
Hyde Town Centre Development - Works to Hyde Outdoor Market
The purpose of this news release is to inform you that the council will be commencing works as part of the redevelopment of Hyde Outdoor Market commencing Monday 30th January 2012.
The works involve the creation of a new Civic Area, new realigned market stalls, the repaving of the market ground, new street lighting and the installation of new high quality street furniture.
The works are to be undertaken in two phases, which will allow the outdoor market to continue to operate. The first phase will see the demolition of half of the current market stalls towards the Clarendon Street side of the market. New sandstone and granite paving will be laid and the first of the new market stalls constructed. Once this phase is complete the outdoor market will relocate to the new stalls and the remaining timber stalls demolished prior to the completion of the paving.
The completion date for the scheme is anticipated to be Summer 2012.
The works will be undertaken mostly during normal working hours although some early morning/evening and weekend working may be required, particularly outside shop entrances.
Every effort will be made to minimise any inconvenience during construction. However, some disruption will no doubt be inevitable and to this end your co-operation would be very much appreciated. Access to premises will be maintained.
If you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact Andrew Vincent, on 0161 342 3965 or the supervisor for the works Peter Spencer, on 0161 342 4142.
Supply of Bicycles, Storage and Logistics Services! - 02/02/2012
Transport for Greater Manchester will shortly be launching a pool bike scheme which will provide bikes as a shared resource and for short term loan. They will be seeking suppliers to fulfil the following two contracts:
1. The supply of 22 bicycles (15 male and 7 female) and equipment (including helmets, mudguards, panniers, locks and lights) for use on the scheme.
2. Secure storage, maintenance and distribution (when directed) of cycles across Greater Manchester including an annual service and ensuring bikes are distributed and returned in a roadworthy condition. Distribution to be costed on a per delivery basis.
Transport for Greater Manchester will shortly be inviting potential suppliers to tender with a view to awarding the contracts in March. In order to meet this they will require completed tenders to be returned by late February / early March.
They would like to ensure that any interested parties have the most time possible to consider their proposition so we are issuing advanced notice of the Invitation to Tender (ITT). Please note that only tenders submitted through the ProContract website (link below) will be accepted.
In order to apply for this tender you need to be registered (for free) on the ProContract website https://www.thechest.nwce.gov.uk/procontract/supplier.nsf (see link on right hand side of this website to register). You then need to sign up to receive transport contract updates. When the final ITT is published on the site you will be notified. If you are already registered you should receive notification automatically.
This project is being funded as part of the Greater Manchester Commuter Cycling Project. Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM), on behalf of Greater Manchester partners, submitted a Key Component bid and was awarded £4.9m from the Local Sustainable Transport Fund (LSTF). For more information about the LSTF Commuter Cycling Project please follow this link: http://www.tfgm.com/ltp3/documents/KeyComponentApplication-Form-v1-0-DfT-Final.pdf .
Why put yourself or your Business forward for an Award? - 25/01/2012
Many Businesses may feel they are too small or as a one man band are not eligible to submit for an Award. Submitting for an Award is one way of marketing yourself - You are never too small to put yourself forward.
The Tameside Business Family are holding an event on 23rd February 2012 at Tameside Centre for Enterprise, Old Street, Ashton Under Lyne, OL6 7SF, on Hints and Tips on how to complete an Awards Submission and the Benefits of Submitting for an Award.
This is a free event for members and subscribers. Click here to register for the event.
UKTI in partnership with RBS presents - Smart Cities of the future in Asia: the opportunities for UK business SEMINAR - 25/01/2012
UKTI in partnership with RBS presents - Smart Cities of the future in Asia: the opportunities for UK business SEMINAR on Tuesday 14th February 2012 at MediaCityUK, University Of Salford, M50 2HE from 10.30am to 4pm.
This half-day event, taking place in MediaCityUK, Salford, has been specifically designed for people who would like to learn more about the business opportunities that the development of smart cities in Asia will present to UK companies. It will be of interest to innovative companies of all sizes, and will analyse opportunities in Asia across a range different sectors, including:
• Buildings and the Environment;
• Education;
• Energy;
• Health;
• Digital Media;
• Transport;
Smart Cities in Asia include markets in Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines, Hong Kong, Singapore and Vietnam.
Attendees will have the chance to talk to experts from the 'Smart Cities in Asia' research team, and participate in interactive Breakout Clinics to receive practical advice on the opportunities in Smart Cities in Asia from senior UKTI representatives based in Asia. A networking reception before and after the seminar will help you to maximise value from the day.
The Seminar costs £65 + Vat
For more details and to book for the seminar please click here or contact the UKTI team on +44 (0) 20 7034 3293.
TAMESIDE INNOVATION WORKSHOP SERIES - 09/01/2012
TAMESIDE INNOVATION WORKSHOP SERIES
Held at Tameside Centre for Enterprise, Old Street, Ashton OL6 7SF
Wednesday 18th January 2012
INNOVATION – A SURVIVAL SKILL
Professor David Auckland
The 3 hour morning workshop is the first of a series devoted to the way in which innovation can help smaller companies grow and prosper.
Innovation – A Survival Skill will show you how, using a simple step by step process, you can meet the challenges of tomorrow whilst managing those of today. You will learn how to identify issues, to generate ideas that address them and how to convert those ideas into practical and profitable solutions as new products, services or procedures.
The workshop will be followed by business clinics and further support, assisting individual businesses advance through innovation.
The cost is £25 per workshop, and is aimed at Business Owners/ Senior Managers, and includes light refreshments.
Contact Tameside Business College on 0303 333 1462
Hyde Town Centre Redevelopment Plans - 09/12/2011
Hyde Town Centre Redevelopment Plans
Hyde is to get a new market and civic square as part of a £1.2 million project to improve the town centre and attract more traders and shoppers.
A well-attended public consultation meeting took place in July. Opinions were given by businesses, traders and residents, and Tameside Council has taken these on board as it finalises the scheme.
Key elements of the proposed scheme include the use of high quality materials, removal of street clutter, changing the lay-out of the stalls to improve access to Clarendon Square Shopping Square and the creation of a civic space.
The plans are now on public display in a variety of community venues including the outdoor and indoor markets, Clarendon Shopping Centre, Hyde Town Hall and Hyde Library.
Plans of the new development can be found below:
- Hyde Outdoor Market Redevelopment 1.05 MB
- Hyde Outdoor Market Redevelopment - Works Phasing 319.64 KB
Pending planning approval, works are due to start early next year and be completed by September. The works will be done in phases so that the market remains open throughout as will the indoor market, located within the Clarendon Shopping Centre.
In addition to the physical improvements, the Council is committed to supporting existing businesses in Hyde and to attracting new ones.
Hyde Business Forum has been relaunched as an arena in which to share views and ideas about how new life can be injected into the town. For more information, contact Andrea Puttnam on 0161 342 3980.
Save on your energy Bills with ecoSMARTER - 11/11/2011
The free low carbon programme for small businesses in Tameside
A limited number of places are available on ecoSMARTER, a new environmental programme that is free for small businesses with less than 10 employees.
ecoSMARTER will help you:
Save Money on your energy bills - businesses will have a free energy monitor installed on site and will receive environmental support from an expert to reduce their energy consumption.Entergy Bills have been cut by 16% on average following support from ecoSMARTER.
Gain an Enviromental Certidication - businesses completing the programme will receive the Carbon Smart Blue Certification, a nationally recofnised certification that promotes your environmental achievements and is recognised by central and local government in their procurement processes.
Network with like-minded local businesses - hundreds of businesses across the North West are taking part in this project; ecoSMARTER will put you in touch with these potential customers and suppliers, face-to-face and online, making the connections that matter to you.
The blue certification process includes a site survey, an ecoSMARTER monitor, carbon footprint calculation, half day workshop and support to help you write your action plan and environmental policy.
As the project is supported by the European Regional Development Fund the certification is completely free for participating businesses.
The ecoSMARTER team are looking for Tameside based businesses who have under 10 employees who would like to take part - numbers are very limited.
If you are interested in taking part please apply here
Managed workspace located in the Heart of the Town Centres of Ashton and Hyde - 03/10/2011
Managed workspace located in the Heart of the Town Centres of Ashton and Hyde
An additional 9 units located in the Hyde business centre ranging in size from 96 sq ft to 251 sq ft the Hyde centre is located in the centre of Hyde adjacent to Hyde Town Hall on Corporation Street and these units have 24/7 access.
They both offer affordable workspace in a prime town centre location that is close to all bus, rail and motorway links and parking facilities. The individual units have power, heating, broadband and telephone facilities available as well as a secure entry system, CCTV and kitchen facilities.
A single competitive monthly payment covers business rates, services charge
and the cleaning of the common areas and are let on an annual lease with
'easy in easy out' terms. You are only ever committed and liable to one month rent and the initial payment when you move in is 1 months deposit refundable on termination and 1 month rent in advance.
For more information please contact Anne Heath 0161 342 3499 or anne.heath@tameside.gov.uk
The units in Ashton have access to two training and conference rooms that are situated on the same floor. The two rooms can each accommodate up to 20 people dependant on layout, in addition there is the facility to open up the two rooms to make one large space that will accommodate 40 to 70 people again subject to room layout.
For booking, rates or further information please contact Carrie Wilson 0161 0161 342 3400 or carrie.wilson@tameside.gov.uk
Car Parking Facilities - 09/09/2011
Car Parking Facilities
Tameside Council is committed to providing safe and regularly patrolled town centre parking.
All Tameside MBC pay and display car parks throughout the Borough offer free parking after 3pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Depending on your circumstances, you may find it beneficial and cost effective to purchase a Contract Car Park pass from the Council. Contract Car Park passes are available for pay and display car parks within the Borough. A pass can be purchased and a disc will be issued to display in your vehicle, which will then allow parking in a designated car park for a duration of 6 or 12 months. This costs from around £1.15 per day
For more information, on the car parking facilities available throughout the Borough, including current rates, please visit: www.tameside.gov.uk/parking. Alternatively if you would like to speak to Parking Services, please ring 0161 342 2005.
Enquiries through the web site - 22/08/2011
We've a regular stream of enquiries being posted to members through the Tameside Business Family website. To protect your email from spammers the enquiry comes from Tameside Business Family.
Please read the enquiry & FORWARD to the enquirer - because if you just REPLY it comes back to Tameside Business Family! We will re-forward it, but it will take a bit longer & may get missed! Thanks
Marketing on a budget - 17/05/2011
A really useful 3 page guide on Marketing has been published by Business Link.
There are deep links into the Business Link website.
The full document can be found here
BEWARE - HMRC SCAM - 31/01/2011
Tax Refund New Message Alert!
This is a very timely scam - now that tax returns have just gone in.
DO NOT OPEN THE ATTACHED ZIP FILE.
Yellow Pages classifications - 27/09/2010
Thanks to all who have recently registered on this new website.
A word of warning however – some people haven’t entered their sectors / areas of business. You do need to select appropriate Yellow Pages classifications.
If you don’t say what you do the search won’t find you!
It’s easy – just login using your email address & “edit my listing” The member manual is at: www.tamesidebusinessfamily.com/user_guide/user_guide.pdf Alex can also talk you through how to do this on the phone just call 0161-342-2058 during office hours or drop us a note anytime at www.tamesidebusinessfamily.com/contact.php