The Register · Volume IV

News

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

  1. Nº 0230

    Trailer drops for C4’s World’s Biggest Curry Restaurant Stockport Pyramid doc

    Prolific North·19 May 2026

    Channel 4 documentary trailer unveiled for Stockport's World's Biggest Curry Restaurant Pyramid project…

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  2. Nº 0218

    Turning a relationship that has historically been extractive into one that is reciprocal” – Newcastle entrepreneur targets digital commerce in a world without cookies

    Prolific North·19 May 2026

    A Newcastle entrepreneur is developing cookie-free digital commerce solutions to create reciprocal rather…

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  3. Nº 0231

    World’s longest-running radio drama to kick off 75th anniversary Northern stage show run in Manchester next month

    Prolific North·19 May 2026

    The world's longest-running radio drama celebrates 75 years with a Northern stage show tour beginning in…

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  4. Nº 0221

    £3m funding boost for Newcastle AI agent enabler

    Prolific North·19 May 2026

    A Newcastle-based AI agent enabler has raised £3m in funding, as reported by Prolific North, signalling…

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  5. Nº 0227

    £4.6bn Siemens UK and Ireland appoints Manchester-based CEO

    Prolific North·19 May 2026

    Siemens UK and Ireland, valued at £4.6bn, has appointed a Manchester-based CEO, highlighting the city's…

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  6. Nº 0207

    70 years late, Manchester’s “football suffragettes” bag UK TV slot

    Prolific North·18 May 2026

    Manchester's historic women's football pioneers, known as the 'football suffragettes', have secured a UK…

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  7. Nº 0204

    Construction insurance gaps could leave UK contractors exposed, says Insure24

    Business Manchester·18 May 2026

    Insure24 warns that UK contractors risk being underinsured due to outdated policies as construction risks…

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  8. Nº 0206

    Heads up as Manchester agency tackles hair loss brief

    Prolific North·18 May 2026

    A Manchester creative agency has won a major hair loss treatment marketing brief, showcasing the region's…

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  9. Nº 0209

    Leeds agency launches website for rebranded educational tour operator

    Prolific North·18 May 2026

    A Leeds agency has launched a redesigned website for a rebranded educational tour operator, reflecting…

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  10. Nº 0205

    Netball team sets sights on local court date as national final comes to UK’s biggest arena

    Prolific North·18 May 2026

    A netball team aims to secure a local court appearance as the national final comes to a major UK arena…

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  11. Nº 0210

    North East pair launch new agency with UN and Scottish Government among previous portfolio

    Prolific North·18 May 2026

    Two North East entrepreneurs launch a new agency with a portfolio including the UN and Scottish Government…

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  12. Nº 0208

    Suspended cars and podcast studio as UK’s 11th biggest media company opens new 130,000 sq ft Manchester HQ

    Prolific North·18 May 2026

    The UK's 11th biggest media company has unveiled a new 130,000 sq ft Manchester headquarters with…

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  13. Nº 0201

    Carbon Creative scales up with strengthened leadership structure

    Prolific North·16 May 2026

    Carbon Creative has bolstered its leadership team with a new organisational structure to support its…

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  14. Nº 0199

    eChampions League returns to MediaCity

    Prolific North·16 May 2026

    The eChampions League returns to MediaCity in Greater Manchester, highlighting the region's strength in…

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  15. Nº 0202

    Historic brand appoints Aberfield for global drive

    Prolific North·16 May 2026

    Historic brand enlists Aberfield for international growth strategy in Greater Manchester, signalling…

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  16. Nº 0200

    Marine software specialist signs offshore wind deals

    Prolific North·16 May 2026

    A marine software specialist has signed offshore wind contracts, boosting Greater Manchester's renewable…

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  17. Nº 0188

    Bad briefs, search disruption and a nostalgic comeback for PG Tips monkey on final day of Northern Marketing Festival in Manchester

    Prolific North·15 May 2026

    The Northern Marketing Festival's final day in Manchester featured insights on creative briefs, search…

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  18. Nº 0187

    Bumper move as Leasing.com creates “big and friendly” mascot

    Prolific North·15 May 2026

    Leasing.com has launched a new 'big and friendly' mascot as part of a major brand expansion strategy…

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  19. Nº 0196

    Co-op launches major UK outdoor advertising push with new national DOOH network

    Prolific North·15 May 2026

    The Co-op has launched a major UK-wide digital out-of-home advertising network, according to Prolific North…

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  20. Nº 0198

    From Co-op Live to Lipton Teas: Northern Marketing Festival gears up for final stop in Manchester

    Prolific North·15 May 2026

    The Northern Marketing Festival concludes its tour in Manchester, featuring major brands such as Co-op Live…

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  21. Nº 0182

    Funeral celebrant register introduced amid concerns over industry standards

    Business Manchester·15 May 2026

    A funeral celebrant register has been introduced across Greater Manchester to tackle industry standards…

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  22. Nº 0194

    Labour MP stands down to pave way for Andy Burnham comeback

    Prolific North·15 May 2026

    A Labour MP has stood down to enable Andy Burnham's comeback to Parliament, as reported by Prolific North.…

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  23. Nº 0190

    Local journalism matters more than ever” says Newsquest’s incoming Editorial Transformation chief

    Prolific North·15 May 2026

    Newsquest appoints Editorial Transformation chief who stresses local journalism's vital role in Greater…

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  24. Nº 0197

    Manchester Evening News publisher snaps up Northern affiliate marketing event

    Prolific North·15 May 2026

    Manchester Evening News publisher acquires Northern affiliate marketing event, expanding its events offering…

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