Chester Zoo becomes first UK zoo to gain international botanic garden status
The Cheshire-based conservation charity is only the second zoo in Europe to receive a prestigious accreditation from Botanic Gardens Conservation International.
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Join DIB at Chester Races
Join Downtown in Business at Chester Races on Wednesday 6th May 2026, for the flagship ‘Boodles May Festival’.
Krol Corlett Appointed to Build New Little Lights Hospice for Liverpool Zoe’s Place
Work will get underway on site at Hayman’s Green in West Derby in Liverpool from March.
NORD Executive Chef Daniel Heffy to Represent North West England on Top Cookery TV Show
Born and raised in Liverpool, Daniel Heffy began his culinary career at the age of 16 while working aboard Royal Navy vessels as part of the Sea Cadets, before completing his formal culinary training and refining his skills under chef Paul Askew.
Wine Dinner at Fazenda
Fazenda is delighted to present an unmissable Bordeaux Wine Dinner, designed as an intimate evening of exceptional pairings and unforgettable flavour.
Wine Dinner at Fazenda
Fazenda is delighted to present an unmissable Bordeaux Wine Dinner, designed as an intimate evening of exceptional pairings and unforgettable flavour.
Wine Dinner at Fazenda
Fazenda is delighted to present an unmissable Bordeaux Wine Dinner, designed as an intimate evening of exceptional pairings and unforgettable flavour.
Wine Dinner at Fazenda
Fazenda is delighted to present an unmissable Bordeaux Wine Dinner, designed as an intimate evening of exceptional pairings and unforgettable flavour.
peopleHUB – ERA 25 Unpacked – Preparing for Day One SSP
peopleHUB is introducing a new series, ‘ERA 25 Unpacked’ – short, practical sessions designed to help employers navigate the key changes introduced by the Employment Rights Act 2025.
Nugent at MIPIM 2026: Placing Social Impact at the Heart of Property
Nugent is proud to be attending MIPIM 2026, the world’s leading property and real estate event, to champion the vital link between property development and social responsibility.
Sue Wright | 1968 – 2026
The Downtown in Business team and our wider network were saddened to hear the news of Sue Wright’s passing.
Consultation on fire and rehire: changes to expenses, benefits and shift patterns
Downtown in Business has teamed up with award-winning HR Consultancy business High Performance Consultancy to respond to the government’s consultation on its latest changes to employment law.