Budget Delay Bad for the Economy
Jim thinks the late budget on Nov 26th will be bad for business. He also comments on the crisis facing Angela Rayner and the radical new leader of the Green Party.
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Downtown in Business Marks Ten Years in Birmingham as City Transforms
Downtown in Business (DIB) is celebrating a decade in Birmingham, a period that has seen the city undergo one of the most significant transformations in its modern history.
Finding Hospitality Heroes (Everywhere)
In this week’s blog, Steven reflects on a story from his Sales Manager, Jules, who returned from Cala d’Or with an experience that highlights the quiet power of true hospitality. Her room attendant, Monica, turned everyday service into something memorable through care, consistency, and pride in her craft.
DIB warns of damaging consequences of imminent employment law reforms
Private sector lobby group Downtown in Business (DIB) has warned that the government’s Employment Rights Bill, which is expected to receive Royal Assent this autumn, will place unnecessary burdens on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and risk undermining the UK’s business-friendly reputation.
JOIN DIB FOR OUR ‘BLACK & WHITE’ ANNIVERSARY PARTY
Downtown in Business will celebrate its 22nd anniversary on the evening of Thursday 9th October, at the Malmaison Hotel, Liverpool.
STARMER GAMBLES ON STRONGER NUMBER TEN TEAM – AND IT COULD BE HIS LAST THROW –OF THE DICE.
Parliament returned after the summer recess, the PM reshuffled his team – and within 48 hours Labour was embroiled in another unfortunate controversy. Frank McKenna suggests that Keir Starmer may be under as much pressure to keep his job as Angela Rayner is to keep hers.
Pannone Corporate advises GYMPODS on London expansion
Pannone Corporate has advised award-winning private fitness brand, GYMPODS, on the letting of its second London site, as part of ambitious expansion plans.
16 Years at Downtown in Business – A Journey Through Change
This week I celebrated 16 years at Downtown in Business – and what a journey it has been.
Marco Pierre White
We are delighted that Marco Pierre White are our Venue of the Month for August 2025. Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Birmingham offers three private dining rooms, each with stunning city views, floor-to-ceiling windows, and plenty of natural daylight, creating the perfect backdrop for any occasion.
DIB Showcases Football’s Power Beyond the Pitch
On Friday 29th August 2025, Downtown in Business was proud to host the Business of Football event at Everton HQ in the Royal Liver Building. This exclusive gathering brought together business leaders, football professionals, and community partners to explore the enduring relationship between the game and the city of Liverpool.
Red Rose Awards 2026 open for entries
Entries are now open for the biggest celebration of Lancashire business…the Red Rose Awards 2026.
Mansell welcomes Head of Commercial
Mansell Building Solutions specialist in modern methods in construction (MMC) have recruited Martin Lynch to the newly-created position of Head of Commercial.