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.
Steve Parry, Managing Director of Ion Developments, to Speak at DIB Mersey Power Towns Event
11/09/2024
With a career spanning over three decades in the property industry, Steve Parry has established himself as a prominent figure in the North West’s development sector.
DIB’s Northern Power Towns Event Sparks Impactful Dialogue and Networking
10/09/2024
The exclusive ‘Northern Power Towns’ gathering was the latest installment in Downtown’s esteemed Power Towns event series, known for its thought-provoking discussions and valuable networking opportunities.
“If you don’t get invited to the party, just turn up”: People Power Places Confernece celebrates 20 years of the Liverpool BID Company
10/09/2024
The People, Power Places conference, hosted by DIB in collaboration with the Liverpool BID Company, celebrated the 20th anniversary of Liverpool BID, commemorating two decades of transformative work in the Liverpool region.
Stephen Young, Chief Executive of Halton Council, to Speak at DIB Mersey Power Towns Event
09/09/2024
With over 25 years of experience in the public sector, Stephen Young has established himself as a transformative leader in local government.
The Downtown Den Politics Podcast | EP.49 | 9th September 2024
09/09/2024
Labour continues to be embroiled in rows over its decision to cut winter fuel allowance to some pensioners. Will the Chancellor reconsider her controversial decision?
Phil Marsden, Muse North West Managing Director, to Speak at DIB Mersey Power Towns Event
07/09/2024
Phil Marsden brings a wealth of experience in leading regeneration projects across the North West of England.
Sedulo Director to Share Insights at DIB’s “The Highs and Lows of Building a Business” Event
06/09/2024
Join Downtown In Business on Thursday 10th October for an exclusive Lunch time networking event ‘The Highs and Lows of Building a Business, featuring Paul Cheetham of Sedulo, Ed James of Lunar agency and Social Media influencer Chrissie Wolfe as we delve in to what it takes to start a business.
Jo Henney, CEO of Nugent reflects on Monday’s news regarding Ofsted’s scrapping of the One word rating system
05/09/2024
Jo Henney, CEO of Nugent, spoke about Monday’s news that the Government is scrapping the one-word Ofsted rating system. Among Nugent’s eighteen services is an independent special school and a secure children’s home which was rated Outstanding in 2024: