EP.107 | In Conversation with Dame Louise Ellman
13/08/2025
DIB Boss, Frank McKenna, caught up with Dame Louise Ellman in the Downtown Den.
EP.106 | What will Rachel do in the Autumn Budget?
13/08/2025
An interest rate cut may have given Chancellor Rachel Reeves a little respite this week, but an independent economic report suggests that she has a £50 billion hole to fill if she’s to hit her own fiscal targets. What options does she have?
Invest Barbados Breakfast with Liverpool BID X Downtown in Business
12/08/2025
We’re delighted to invite you to the next Invest Barbados Breakfast in partnership with Liverpool BID Company. This is a unique opportunity to connect with senior professionals from Liverpool and Barbados, and explore how international collaboration can unlock new business potential.
SHOWCASE YOUR BUSINESS AT THE NORTH WEST HOME BUILDERS CAREER DAY
12/08/2025
Haydock Park Racecourse is thrilled to host Home Builders Day on Friday 26 September 2025 at its Grandstand and Paddock enclosure. This annual event is a prime opportunity for fostering careers in the homebuilding industry and strengthening regional industry networks.
Rosebud expands service offering to power business growth across Lancashire
12/08/2025
Rosebud, part of Lancashire County Council’s Business Growth Service, has unveiled two new services designed to further drive economic growth and unlock ambition across the county: Rosebud Business Growth and Rosebud Academy.
Flower Show Set for Blooming Success in Southport This Week
12/08/2025
Southport Flower Show returns this week for four days of horticultural highlights, celebrity guests, television chefs, and even a real-life Gladiator.
Ribble Valley MP backs landmark report calling for rethink on rural policy
11/08/2025
Ribble Valley MP Maya Ellis is backing a landmark new report that calls for a fresh political approach to tackle the deep-rooted challenges facing rural communities after years of neglect.
LYVA Labs commits £2.5m to Liverpool City Region startups and expands investment fund to reach new innovation sectors
08/08/2025
LYVA Labs’ latest investments represent an expansion in focus from health and life sciences investments to include two other key growth sectors, clean tech and deep tech.
Teenagers get a taste of veterinary life at University’s first Vet Summer School
08/08/2025
The new programme has been funded by a leading veterinary company, who will also offer work experience placements to students.
Dicey Reilly’s Launches the ‘Dicey’s Matchday Club’ for 2025/26 Season
08/08/2025
No Season Ticket for Your Favourite Team? No Problem!
Terrazas x Fazenda Wine dinner
08/08/2025
Fazenda Birmingham will host an exclusive Wine Dinner featuring Terrazas de los Andes — a renowned Argentinian winery celebrated for its expressive, high-altitude wines.
Compliance Chain and Social Value Consultancy Partner to Create UK’s Only Accredited Social Value Measurements
08/08/2025
The solution will enable users to forecast, manage, monitor, and monetise the social, economic and environmental impact of their work in real time.