THE pride of North West manufacturing will be on show at the Business Voice '99 exhibition next week.

And Bury companies will be among those represented at the important two-day event, to be staged at Bolton's Reebok Stadium next Wednesday and Thursday.

With a large number of firms throughout the region showcasing their products and services, the exhibition will demonstrate that "Made in the North West" is a hallmark of quality.

There is a bumper programme of workshops and activities throughout both days.

One of the highlights will be an appearance by James Bond's gadget wizard "Q", alias actor Desmond Llewelyn.

He will bring himself up to date on the latest innovations by local companies exhibiting at the event.

Desmond has just completed filming his last Bond movie. He will be joined by Oscar, the walking, talking robot, next Wednesday.

Entrance to the two-day event is free. Businesses can find out more and obtain advance tickets by phoning 01606 734380.

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