
EP.102 | Devolution: A big step in the right direction
The governments devolution white paper, Labours union issues, more bad news for the economy, but a successful state visit of President Macron. And Forty years of Live Aid.

The governments devolution white paper, Labours union issues, more bad news for the economy, but a successful state visit of President Macron. And Forty years of Live Aid.

Government-backed programme empowers manufacturers to embrace digital transformation, creating 1,850 new jobs and upskilling 3,300 workers

An Annual Charity Golf Day in Lancashire has raised £6,100 for Rainbow Hub in Mawdesley.

Manchester Central, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks, is inviting the public inside for an exclusive opportunity to explore the venue and meet the team behind the scenes

DSG is proud to announce that we have been named Professional Services Firm of the Year at the City of Liverpool Business Awards 2025. The awards were hosted by Downtown in Business and took place at the stunning Sefton Park Palm House on 3rd July.

Fast-growing, award winning mid-tier commercial law firm HM3 Legal, already well established in Chester and celebrating its 10th anniversary in Liverpool this month, has today announced the opening of a new office in Altrincham, South Manchester – further strengthening its presence across the North West.

Business leaders warn that failure to meet housing targets could jeopardise £5 billion cyber investment.

The 2025 National Student Survey ranks the University of Central Lancashire 35th for average positivity out of 122 institutions
Paul Jonson, Senior Partner at Pannone Corporate discusses Manchester’s recent growth, future ambitions, and the role of business in shaping the city’s next chapter.

Downtown in Business (DIB) will convene some of the UK’s most influential civic leaders, government figures, and private sector stakeholders for a landmark Property, Regeneration & Infrastructure Conference this autumn — a timely event that aligns with the government’s renewed focus on accelerating housebuilding and driving regional economic growth.

Wates, Stepnell, Morgan Sindall, Kier and BAM have partnered with the newly formed Centre for Construction Best Practice as Gold Corporate Partners.

Downtown in Business is pleased to confirm that Cllr James Lewis, Leader of Leeds City Council, will be joining the speaker line-up for this year’s flagship regeneration event, Talking ‘Bout Regeneration 2025.