In this week’s blog, Martin examines the growing gap between America’s economic headlines and how people actually feel. Despite strong GDP figures and soaring markets, households remain squeezed by stubborn prices, rising unemployment, and fragile confidence. As Trump marks his first year back in office, Martin unpacks why voters are increasingly frustrated — and how this disconnect could shape the 2026 midterms.
Downtown in Business has announced that Starship is the latest high-growth, innovation-driven company to join its national sponsor network — a partnership set to supercharge Starship’s profile, connections, and influence across the UK’s major growth regions.
In this week’s blog Steven reflects upon three recent award ceremonies.
It’s been a mixed week for Nigel Farage and Reform: a record-busting £9 million donation, plus defections from the Conservative Party. But that, combined with some controversial comments Nigel Farage was allegedly making back in his days at Dulwich College, has perhaps made it a more tetchy week for the Reform leader than he has had in the past.
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In this week’s blog, Jo explores the growing recognition that Brexit has had serious economic and social costs for the UK. Changing global events are making closer cooperation with Europe increasingly important. Jo argues that now is the time to rebuild relationships and rethink how the UK engages with its continental neighbours.
On Tuesday 2nd December 2025, DIB hosted the final event of 2025, an exclusive Leaders Lunch with Nuala Gallagher, Corporate Director of City Development at Liverpool City Council.
Deva Fest is back for 2026 from August 6th to the 9th, and we’re bringing the party to the stunning grounds of Cholmondeley Castle once again! We’ve been itching to share this with you… and now it’s time. Our first wave of artists is here — and trust us, it’s a big one.
Today on the Downtown Den, it’s just Frank and Jim as they discuss Rachel Reeves’ budget, Kemi Badenoch’s response, and Your Party’s Conference in Liverpool.
We are delighted that Krol Corlett Construction are our Business of the Month for December 2025. Krol Corlett Construction is a main contractor that operates across the North of England and North Wales.
We are delighted that Warwick North West are our Business of the Month for December 2025. Warwick North West is one of the top uPVC and aluminium fabricators in the UK.
Downtown in Business are delighted that Malmasion Piccadilly are our Venue of the Month for December 2025.
