News

  • Young apprentices set for bright future in construction industry

    29/01/2013

    Three young tradesmen are on their way to promising futures in the construction industry after money saved by Contour Homes was used to give their careers a boost. Chris Stockley, Matthew Mott and Rhys Jones are all working and studying after Contour Homes invested savings in apprenticeships for the trio. For 18-year-old Chris, of Shaw, … [more]

  • Emanuel Whittaker wins Equality Accolade

    25/01/2013

    Emanuel Whittaker has been accredited the much sought after ‘Gold Standard’ in ‘Committed 2 Equality’ (C2E) – a national equality and diversity scheme – another addition to our impressive record in this field. Clive Newton, Managing Director said: “This Standard recognises best practice in equality in business. We were the first construction company to receive … [more]

  • Emanuel Whittaker plays Father Christmas for children at The Royal Oldham Hospital

    21/12/2012

    Father Christmas and three trusty elves have delivered over £500 worth of Christmas presents to the children’s ward at The Royal Oldham Hospital. They didn’t have to travel all the way from Lapland though, instead just across the road from the hospital, from local construction company Emanuel Whittaker Ltd. Emanuel Whittaker is celebrating its 175th … [more]

  • New Commercial Director will strengthen Emanuel Whittaker team

    3/12/2012

    Dave Prescott has joined Oldham based construction and regeneration company Emanuel Whittaker as Commercial Director. Managing Director of Emanuel Whittaker Clive Newton said:  “We have been in negotiation with Dave for some time.  He is a well-known and well respected figure in the North West construction industry and we are delighted he has decided to … [more]

  • It’s time to celebrate – 5 years of ROCA

    30/11/2012

    The members of ROCA took some time out of their meeting this week to celebrate a major milestone in the initiatives history. The community fund was established just 5 years ago with the support of First Choice Homes and a number of local businesses from the public, private and voluntary sectors. Throughout its five year … [more]