Momentum maintained at DSG Chartered Accountants after bumper 2025
16/01/2026
DSG Chartered Accountants had strong corporate finance and tax growth in 2025 when we completed more than 20 deals and transactions.
Glenville Walker Strengthens Property Team with Senior Appointment
16/01/2026
Property specialist Andrius Roos joins to support growing client demand.
Why the Tory Defections to Reform UK Might Be the Best Gift Kemi Badenoch Could Ask For
16/01/2026
The Conservative Party has endured more defections in recent months than Manchester United have had managers. Nadine Dorries, Jake Berry, Nadhim Zahawi, and now Robert Jenrick—all trotting off to Reform UK with the solemn swagger of statespeople making a principled stand.
“Birmingham Must Lead from the Front” – Downtown in Business Calls for a More Confident, Growth-Focused City in 2026
15/01/2026
Downtown in Business has said that 2026 represents a defining moment for Birmingham, urging the city to adopt a more assertive, outward-facing and growth-driven approach as it seeks to reset its image and re-establish itself as the undisputed economic hub of the West Midlands.
Northern Power Towns Group Welcomes Boost to Rail Infrastructure
15/01/2026
Downtown in Business partner, The Northern Power Towns group, have welcomed the government’s latest announcement for rail investment.
Poke Marketing Unveils New Brand Identity for The Conscience Collective
15/01/2026
Built around the idea of disruptive innovation with a conscience, the identity centres on a floating feather logo.
DOWNTOWN IN BUSINESS WELCOMES MAJOR RAIL INVESTMENT – URGES GOVERNMENT TO “GET DIGGING, NOT JUST TALKING”
15/01/2026
Downtown in Business has welcomed this weeks announcement of significant government investment into rail infrastructure, including the long-awaited Northern Power Rail programme and a new high-speed link between Liverpool and Manchester.
“Lancashire Must Get Out of Its Own Way” – Downtown in Business Warns of Barriers Holding Back the County’s Growth
15/01/2026
Downtown in Business group chair and chief executive Frank McKenna has warned that Lancashire risks “missing its moment” unless political leaders across the county urgently address the long-standing structural barriers that continue to stifle economic growth, inward investment, and the wider regional economy.
Martin Liptrot joins Downtown in Business as Director of Strategic Partnerships
15/01/2026
Downtown in Business today announced the addition of Martin Liptrot as its new Director of Strategic Partnerships, strengthening the organisation’s leadership team as it continues to expand its influence, membership, and national footprint.
Birmingham Airport ends record year with busiest December ever
13/01/2026
Birmingham Airport (BHX) ended 2025 on a high with a record month for passenger traffic in December. 943,889 passengers travelled through the airport in December 2025 – a 6.6% increase compared to the same period last year.
Dishoom to open Permit Room Liverpool in March
13/01/2026
An all-day bar-café and social destination arriving in the heart of the city.
Liverpool’s Favourite Sunday Roast has Returned to The Watering Can
12/01/2026
After a festive break, Liverpool’s much-loved Sunday Roast was back this weekend at The Watering Can, the city’s prettiest café and bistro, nestled in the heart of Greenbank Park.