Fazenda Birmingham
01/02/2026
We are delighted that Fazenda Birmingham are our Venue of the Month for February 2026. Located on the prestigious Colmore Row, Fazenda Birmingham sits at the very heart of the city’s financial district, offering a dining experience that is as impressive as its surroundings.
Meet the Partner with Glenville Walker
30/01/2026
As part of Downtown Den’s Meet the Partners, Frank McKenna caught up with Michael Smeaton and Anna Salisbury from Glenville Walker to get advice for our members about Shareholders Agreements and why we need them
New BID Partnership Aims to Unlock Major Birmingham City Centre Projects
29/01/2026
Birmingham Colmore and Southside District have announced a new partnership working agreement designed to help unlock major projects across the city centre.
MPs and Business Leaders Gather in Parliament to Launch Unlocking Britain’s Visitor Economy Campaign
29/01/2026
Senior MPs from across government and opposition came together with leading figures from hospitality, retail, tourism and the wider visitor economy in Westminster on Thursday 29th January 2026 for the official parliamentary launch of the Unlocking Britain’s Visitor Economy campaign.
‘Unlocking Britain’s Visitor Economy’ Campaign to Launch in Whitehall
23/01/2026
The Liverpool Business Improvement District and Downtown in Business will lead a delegation of industry leaders from the hospitality sector and wider visitor economy this week, as they launch their national campaign ‘Unlock Britain’s Visitor Economy’ at Westminster next week.
Liverpool’s The Event Agency Partners with Downtown in Business for High-Profile 2026 Events
23/01/2026
Liverpool-based event planning and styling company The Event Agency has announced a new partnership with Downtown in Business, delivering bespoke event styling for a series of high-profile regional sell out events throughout 2026.
Krol Corlett strengthens and extends partnership with Downtown in Business ahead of a major year for UK regeneration
20/01/2026
Krol Corlett has renewed — and significantly expanded — its partnership with Downtown in Business (DIB), deepening a long-standing relationship between two organisations that have consistently championed growth, collaboration, and high-quality development across the UK.
Why the Tory Defections to Reform UK Might Be the Best Gift Kemi Badenoch Could Ask For
16/01/2026
The Conservative Party has endured more defections in recent months than Manchester United have had managers. Nadine Dorries, Jake Berry, Nadhim Zahawi, and now Robert Jenrick—all trotting off to Reform UK with the solemn swagger of statespeople making a principled stand.
“Birmingham Must Lead from the Front” – Downtown in Business Calls for a More Confident, Growth-Focused City in 2026
15/01/2026
Downtown in Business has said that 2026 represents a defining moment for Birmingham, urging the city to adopt a more assertive, outward-facing and growth-driven approach as it seeks to reset its image and re-establish itself as the undisputed economic hub of the West Midlands.
Martin Liptrot joins Downtown in Business as Director of Strategic Partnerships
15/01/2026
Downtown in Business today announced the addition of Martin Liptrot as its new Director of Strategic Partnerships, strengthening the organisation’s leadership team as it continues to expand its influence, membership, and national footprint.
Birmingham Airport ends record year with busiest December ever
13/01/2026
Birmingham Airport (BHX) ended 2025 on a high with a record month for passenger traffic in December. 943,889 passengers travelled through the airport in December 2025 – a 6.6% increase compared to the same period last year.