Astmoor News
A 'BID' to stop thieves on Astmoor
A ‘BID’ to stop thieves on Astmoor A ‘BID’ to stop thieves on Astmoor
A Runcorn industrial estate is hitting back at criminals by utilising a security firm based on the site to regularly patrol the area.  The purpose of the mobile patrol service on Astmoor Industrial Estate is to provide a highly visible deterrent against criminal activity - and cut crime.  The patrols, provided by Druants Support Services,...
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Astmoor - The Star Once Again
Astmoor - The Star Once Again
For the 4th time in 2 years in October Astmoor plays a part in filming by Lime Pictures for the hit channel 4 show Hollyoaks. In the past drive by scenes, a spectacular bus crash and a series of high speed chases have all taken place in the Astmoor area. This time the scene is… well we can’t say, but another essential part of the story...
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Astmoor - The Star Once Again
Bridge Lane Closures
Bridge lane closures in September and October
Please be aware that lane one, southbound, on the Silver Jubilee Bridge and its northern approach will be closed on Saturdays and Sundays, plus Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursdays for a four-week period from Saturday 20 September until Thursday 16 October.
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Bridge lane closures in September and October

Travel Plan
Astmoor Industrial Estate Travel Plan
Astmoor Industrial Estate is one of Halton’s largest employment sites with around 100 businesses employing over 3,300 people.  The estate covers an area of approximately 195 acres and contains around 2.3 million ft2 of primarily industrial space. Astmoor is located on the south bank of the River Mersey to the north east of Runcorn and located adjacent to the Manchester Ship Canal and equidistant between junctions 11 and 12 of the M56 motorway. It is only 15 minutes from Liverpool John Lennon Airport and 25 minutes from Manchester International Airport.
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Early Warning System
Be Alert
Text alerts warning of major incidents can now be sent to local residents and businesses by Cheshire Fire and Rescue.  People who subscribe to the free online system can ask for messages to be sent to their mobile phone, home or workplace.  To register, visit www.cheshirefire.gov.uk or call 01606 868657 if you do not have internet access
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Aughton 40th Anniversary
Aughton Automation – 40th Anniversary 2009
Aughton was established in 1969 specifically to services to utility companies with a particular focus on oil and gas.  The company, now based on Astmoor Industrial Estate is fast approaching it’s 40th year in business.  
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Smartwater makes a splash on Astmoor
SmartWater makes a splash on Astmoor
Halton businesses are making a splash to combat crime, with the launch of revolutionary DNA forensic equipment - a special 'SmartWater' - which will make property instantly recognisable to police.
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Where is your site?
Improving your web presence
Trying to get your company website to appear high in the search engine listings can be a bit difficult. Once your website is up and running you should submit it to the main search engines.  To add your site to Google go http://www.google.com/addurl/.To add your site to MSN go to http://submitit.bcentral.com/msnsubmit.htm The majority of search engines will allow you to submit your website for inclusion, although some may require you to register with them first.
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Astmoor Improvements
Astmoor Improvements Update!
The creation of a Business-led Steering Group for Astmoor is helping to create a better working environment for businesses located on the Estate.
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Action on Stigma
Action on Stigma
 Promoting mental health, ending discrimination at work. This is an initiative by the Department of Health to promote positive mental health in the workplace.
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Halton 4 Business
Business Support Funding
Halton 4 Business is a business support funding website for the Runcorn & Widnes area. You can search the site for different types of funding that may be available for your business. For further details go to Halton 4 Business
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Cheshire Fire Safety
Fire Safety Help
A programme has been put together by Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service to prepare businesses for changes in fire safety legislation.
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Keep us updated
Good News
If your business is based on Astmoor and you have any positive news you want to share then let us know.  
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