By John Glenday

The government is seeking to emulate the success of London’s Tech City with the announcement of a second technology start-up hub in Manchester, Tech North.

With public backing the body will invest in promising start-up businesses and ideas with a view to fostering an entrepreneurial environment within the city’s hip Northern Quarter.

Part of a new strategy of developing technology clusters around the UK the move is seen as a way of spreading economic growth out from London and the south east.

Prime Minister David Cameron said: “The digital economy has become an integral part of our country and the rapid growth of Read full story ›

Source: The Drum