DIB teams up with Best for Britain at Labour conference
26/09/2024
Downtown in Business, in association with Best for Britain, hosted two exclusive Fringe events at this years annual Labour Party conference in Liverpool.
The Downtown Den Politics Podcast | EP.51 | 23rd September 2024
23/09/2024
Labour has kicked off its conference in Liverpool. But instead of the joyous and celebratory mood for a party that has just won its first election in 15 years, the comrades are grumpy.
In Conversation with Lou Cordwell OBE
19/09/2024
Downtown in Business hosted a special Leaders lunch at Gaucho in Manchester earlier this week, where DIB boss Frank McKenna was in conversation with one of the city’s leading Tech and entrepreneurs Lou Cordwell.
Political experts outline thoughts on new government agenda
19/09/2024
Three leading political and policy experts were in Birmingham this week, offering their thoughts on the recent General Election.
The Downtown Den Politics Podcast | EP.50 | 16th September 2024
17/09/2024
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Downtown in Business event sheds light on new opportunities for digital and cybersecurity sectors in Lancashire
13/09/2024
On Wednesday 11th September 2024 DIB hosted a unique event in Lancashire, discussing the opportunities Lancashire has in the digital sector and reflecting on the the new Labour Government’s first few months in office.
DIB celebrates the best of Manchester at #COMBA24
12/09/2024
On Thursday the 12th of September 2024, Downtown in Business celebrated the 13th annual City of Manchester Business Awards.
Riordan appointed to top civil service job
12/09/2024
The chief executive of Leeds City Council, Tom Riordan, has been named as the second permanent secretary at the Department of Health & Social Care.
Mersey MP elected to key parliamentary role
12/09/2024
The Labour MP for Sefton Central Bill Esterson has been elected as the chair of the influential Energy Security and Net Zero Select Committee.
Leaders come together to discuss city region investment offer
12/09/2024
Business and academic leaders were joined by Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram at a special dinner that focussed on the mayor’s ambition to deliver a 25% uplift in the city regions Foreign Direct Investment.
Lib Dem leadership to address DIB Members
12/09/2024
Cllr Carl Cashman, and Lord Mike Story will be the special guests at a Downtown in Business Leaders Lunch on Thursday 14th November.
Max Steinberg, Chair of Shakespeare Playhouse North, to Speak at DIB Mersey Power Towns Event
12/09/2024
Max brings a wealth of experience and a distinguished career in both the public and private sectors. Throughout his career, Max has been deeply involved in various cultural and community-focused initiatives.