A Manchester start-up is marking its first year in business after growing from a Kickstarter project into a national coffee subscription showcasing independent UK roasters. Vex Coffee was founded by two Manchester-based tech workers, Ross Jamieson and John Bradshaw,...
A Manchester digital marketing agency says a three-year investment in artificial intelligence is now paying off, with improvements for both its own operations and its clients. Digital Next, led by brothers Justin and Mark Blackhurst, began building an AI-focused...
UK top 10 accountancy and advisory firm Azets has appointed a senior tax compliance expert to Corporate Tax Director at its Manchester office. Tina Warhurst will be using her experience and key contacts for Azets’ growing client base across the North West. Her career...
A popular Manchester food spot is winning over customers far from home after showcasing its pizzas at an international food festival more than 4,000 miles away. Dough Club, which first opened in Withington in September 2024, has built a loyal following for its halal...
Manchester-founded fashion retailer Joanie Clothing has announced it is closing after nine years in business, bringing an end to the vintage-inspired brand known for its inclusive sizing, celebrity collaborations and global online following. The shock announcement was...
Jordan Lynch Private Finance has acquired a three-storey, self-contained townhouse at St John’s Court on Gartside Street, strengthening its presence in Manchester’s Spinningfields business district. The firm will undertake a full refurbishment of the property over the...
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has outlined an ambitious plan to accelerate the city-region’s long-term economic growth, announcing the creation of five globally competitive growth clusters designed to reindustrialise the region and generate high-value jobs for...
Manchester’s economic growth has become one of the UK’s standout success stories. Employment is forecast to rise by 1.8% per year between 2024 and 2026, comfortably outperforming the national average of 1.3%. For investors assessing long-term, risk-adjusted...
The University of Manchester has become the first university in the world to provide universal access to Microsoft 365 Copilot, following a landmark strategic collaboration with Microsoft. Under the agreement, 65,000 students, academics and professional services...
Hendrix Rose PR has been appointed by London-based fashion SEO agency Verde Digital to deliver a strategic media relations programme aimed at raising brand awareness and building long-term reputation within the UK fashion industry. The partnership brings together two...