A week in America | 16 July 2021
16/07/2021
Martin Liptrot looks at the G20 meeting discussing the corporate reform tax and its potential impact on multinational companies.
The death of the mail piece is greatly exaggerated
15/07/2021
Julian Gilbert, Managing Director at Nationwide Franking Sense explains why direct mail still has a place in Marketing departments.
TORIES ON WRONG SIDE OF CULTURE WAR – SHOCK
15/07/2021
The Prime Minister is usually a master at tapping into public opinion. But he and his team have scored an own goal in their attitude towards Gareth Southgate and his squad according to Downtown boss Frank Mckenna.
FOOTBALL WON’T BE COMIN’ HOME.
14/07/2021
Jim was at our World Cup victory in 1966 and draws on his experience of that year to comment on the ugly scenes outside Wembley on Sunday and their potential consequences. He also has strong views about the idea that we should all allow our lawns to run wild!
A week in America | 08 July 2021
08/07/2021
In a very busy week in the word of European football, we hear Martin Liptrot’s take from across the pond in the build up to the Italy vs England Euro 2020 Final.
HEZZA: CLERK OF WORKS.
08/07/2021
Jim reports on Lord Heseltine’s fascinating take on his time in Liverpool and his strong views on current events.From Brexit and the dangers of inflation to devolution and World Heritage Status for the city. Jim also hopes that England can win the Euros with no disputes about soft penalties or whether the ball has crossed the line.
We are all Techies Now
08/07/2021
Kim Leary looks at the opportunities a hybrid approach to office and remote working brings to businesses and employees.
If not now, when?
08/07/2021
Frank Mckenna explains the reasoning behind Boris Johnson’s decision to announce ‘Freedom Day’ and a loosening of COVID restrictions.
A week in America | 01 July 2021
01/07/2021
Following weeks of politicians looking to shape not just the future for our children but the children of the future, Martin Liptrot looks into the idea of children being so key in the futures of the UK and USA’s development.
NISSAN GREAT, BUT WHERE’S THE REST?
01/07/2021
Jim praises the Nissan investment which is a huge boost for the North, but he took part in a Downtown seminar this week where there was a strong sense of unease about the Northern Powerhouse in general.He also comments on the Prime Minister’s handling of the Hancock Affair.
Are You Ready for Net-Zero? 5 Ways Construction Businesses Can Demonstrate Their Carbon Reduction Plans
25/06/2021
5 ways construction businesses can demonstrate their carbon reduction plans as the world begins to reopen.
A week in America | 24 June 2021
24/06/2021
After President Biden signed into law the latest U.S. federal holiday, Juneteenth, Martin Liptrot looks at the U.S. perspective of UNESCO and explores in POTUS’ words why “great nations don’t ignore their most painful moments, they embrace them.”