The Register · Volume IV

News

481 stories from the Greater Manchester economy — gathered, summarised and written to be found.

  1. Nº 0153

    Leeds institution to offer dedicated fintech degree from September

    Prolific North·13 May 2026

    A Yorkshire university is introducing a new fintech degree starting September 2026, according to Prolific…

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  2. Nº 0162

    Liverpool indie publisher lands Faber-backed David Tebbutt Internship Fund

    Prolific North·13 May 2026

    Comma Press has launched the David Tebbutt Internship Fund with Faber & Faber backing, creating paid…

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  3. Nº 0166

    LockerQuest and Northern launch YEEP! parcel lockers across rail network

    Business Manchester·13 May 2026

    LockerQuest and Northern have launched YEEP! parcel lockers across rail stations in Greater Manchester…

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  4. Nº 0163

    Man Utd fans’ digital marketing webinar inadvertently spawns Liverpool fan group

    Prolific North·13 May 2026

    A Manchester United-focused digital marketing webinar inadvertently sparked the creation of a Liverpool fan…

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  5. Nº 0156

    New documentary marks first anniversary of devastating Goyt Valley wildfire

    Prolific North·13 May 2026

    A documentary marks the first anniversary of the Goyt Valley wildfire, documenting its impact and recovery…

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  6. Nº 0159

    New global marketing chief for IMA

    Prolific North·13 May 2026

    IMA has named a new global marketing chief, according to Prolific North. The appointment strengthens the…

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  7. Nº 0161

    New North West agency and combined kitchen/studio puts food and drink in focus

    Prolific North·13 May 2026

    A newly established North West agency has opened a combined kitchen and studio space to support the food and…

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  8. Nº 0155

    North East agency branches out with consultancy launch for investment-seeking businesses

    Prolific North·13 May 2026

    A North East agency has launched a new investment consultancy service for businesses seeking capital…

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  9. Nº 0148

    OrbicTrade Unveils AI-Powered Dashboard for Commodity Trading Front Offices

    Business Manchester·13 May 2026

    OrbicTrade has unveiled an AI-powered dashboard for commodity trading front offices, enhancing operational…

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  10. Nº 0157

    Paddy McGuiness and Stephen Hendry in the frame for Big Break reboot

    Prolific North·13 May 2026

    Paddy McGuinness and Stephen Hendry are in contention to present a Big Break reboot, according to Prolific…

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  11. Nº 0165

    Rochdale’s promotion heroes celebrate in style

    Business Manchester·13 May 2026

    Rochdale's promotion-winning team celebrates their success, driving increased business activity and…

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  12. Nº 0167

    Teenager arrested after proactive drug dealing operation in Chorlton

    Business Manchester·13 May 2026

    Greater Manchester Police arrested a teenager in a proactive drug dealing operation in Chorlton, targeting…

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  13. Nº 0147

    UK Firms Urged to Address Communication Risks Linked to Fragmented Messaging Platforms

    Business Manchester·13 May 2026

    Business Manchester warns UK firms of communication risks stemming from fragmented messaging platforms, with…

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  14. Nº 0151

    “Strong appetite for angel investing among women” – Lifted Ventures extends British Business Bank partnership

    Prolific North·13 May 2026

    Lifted Ventures has extended its British Business Bank partnership to boost women angel investing in Greater…

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  15. Nº 0160

    “Unified international voice” for city region as Manchester Games Network launches

    Prolific North·13 May 2026

    Manchester Games Network launches to provide a unified international voice for Greater Manchester's gaming…

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  16. Nº 0137

    148-city brief as Manchester agency debuts World Public Transport Day

    Prolific North·12 May 2026

    Prolific North launches a 148-city brief to commemorate World Public Transport Day, positioning Greater…

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  17. Nº 0135

    After 40 years of silence Pudsey finally speaks – and he appears to be from Yorkshire

    Prolific North·12 May 2026

    Pudsey, the iconic children's character, has spoken publicly for the first time in 40 years, revealing a…

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  18. Nº 0143

    Lancashire agency lands renewed legal brief

    Prolific North·12 May 2026

    A Lancashire legal agency has renewed a major client brief, reflecting strong demand for professional legal…

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  19. Nº 0139

    Lancashire D2C bespoke bike brand makes retail debut in Yorkshire

    Prolific North·12 May 2026

    A Lancashire bespoke bike brand has launched its first retail store in Yorkshire, transitioning from…

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  20. Nº 0140

    Manchester tech provider grows to 75 with fifth acquisition in three years

    Prolific North·12 May 2026

    A Greater Manchester tech provider has reached 75 employees through its fifth acquisition in three years…

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  21. Nº 0138

    Missing mother mystery US TV host Savannah Guthrie to host Manchester-based, Jimmy Fallon-produced Wordle TV adaptation (but you have to be American to play)

    Prolific North·12 May 2026

    NBC and Jimmy Fallon's production company are launching a Wordle TV adaptation hosted by Savannah Guthrie…

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  22. Nº 0142

    New senior pair among flurry of promotions at Manchester and Midlands-based agency

    Prolific North·12 May 2026

    A Manchester and Midlands agency has promoted staff members to senior positions as part of broader expansion…

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  23. Nº 0145

    North East robotics firm resumes trading after Edinburgh court halts liquidation

    Prolific North·12 May 2026

    A North East robotics firm has resumed trading after a Scottish court stopped its liquidation, according to…

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  24. Nº 0136

    Northern Marketing Festival kicks off in Liverpool as industry leaders gather for three-day celebration

    Prolific North·12 May 2026

    The Northern Marketing Festival, covered by Prolific North, has launched in Liverpool as a three-day…

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