Things can (still) only get better?
27/03/2025
Despite another panning for Rachel Reeves from left and right this week, Frank McKenna explains why the second part of 2025 may be more positive for the chancellor and UK Plc.
Can England’s region deliver economic growth?
27/03/2025
Join the most influential voices from across the UKs property industry at the fifth annual Downtown in Business Planning, Property, and Regeneration conference.
DIB @ MIPIM
20/03/2025
Downtown in Business hosted four events in the South of France, with a focus on England’s cities and regions.
DIB Meets… United Wolves Productions
20/03/2025
Downtown in Business boss Frank McKenna chats with Michael Wolf, Founder of United Wolves Productions.
Are You Training Your Staff… or Just Ticking Boxes?
19/03/2025
When employees feel prepared, they perform better, stay longer, and create exceptional guest experiences.
Apprenticeship matchmaking event to take place this month
18/03/2025
The University of Central Lancashire’s free session takes place on 27 March.
Building with Stepnell: North West Market Engagement
14/03/2025
Join this free market engagement event to find out how to become an approved supplier for Stepnell Construction.
A Salute to the Women of Hospitality
13/03/2025
This week Steven take’s a moment to shine a light on the incredible women who make hospitality what it is.
Downtown in Business and the 154th Open Championship
12/03/2025
Downtown in Business are delighted to announce they will again be working with The R&A on The 154th Open taking place in July 2026 at Royal Birkdale.
Questa Backs Lancashire Triathlete’s World and European Championship Challenge
12/03/2025
Blackpool-based financial planning practice Questa has announced its sponsorship of British triathlete Neil Hunter.
The Downtown Den Politics Podcast | EP.79 | Will the US collude with Russia?
10/03/2025
As Frank McKenna struggles with internet issues in the South of France, Jim Hancock and Jo Phillips discuss the last seven days in the world of politics.
DIB Boss urges Government to think again on business policy
05/03/2025
Frank McKenna is urging the government to review its planned fiscal and legislative changes, claiming that they will negatively impact on companies across the country and result in unintended consequences.