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“SEO is dead” panic dismissed as agency leaders react to Google’s biggest search overhaul in 25 years

Prolific North·Marketing & Digital Services

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Summary

Agency leaders across Greater Manchester have dismissed concerns that SEO is becoming obsolete following Google's most significant search algorithm overhaul in a quarter-century. Prolific North reports that digital marketing professionals are adapting their strategies rather than abandoning search optimisation entirely, recognising that the fundamentals remain valuable despite the major changes. The update marks a pivotal moment for the region's marketing and digital services sector, with businesses needing to stay informed about evolving best practices to maintain online visibility.

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Organisations mentioned

  • Prolific North, Google

Common questions

What is this article about?
Prolific North reports that Greater Manchester agency leaders dispute claims that SEO is dead following Google's largest search overhaul in 25 years, advocating strategic adaptation instead.
When was this published?
This article was published on 28 May 2026.
Who published this article?
This article was published by Prolific North.
Which organisations does this article mention?
This article mentions Prolific North, Google.