The Party’s Over
As another high-profile MP quits the party and they slip 15 points behind the Tories in the polls, Frank Mckenna questions the future prospects of Labour in his latest blog.
Lower and Lower
This week Jim discusses the latest Brexit developments, the betrayal of the Kurds and backs Chorley’s Lindsay Hoyle to be the next Speaker.
How Many Birmingham Jewellery Quarter Homeowners Have Paid Their Mortgage Off?
The Government’s Annual Housing Survey is 50 years old this year. It has taken a snap shot of the UK’s property market every year since 1969 and in the recently published report for 2018, it wasn’t a surprise that owner occupation is still the most predominant tenure…
Top 10 places to go on a budget in Birmingham (and get there for FREE* with Ola!)
Treating yourself to a delicious meal, a trip to the cinema or a hard-earned few bevs always feels great… just even better when you can knock a few quid off the price.
London, MIPIM and the HS2 effect
As he prepares for a few days in London, DIB boss Frank McKenna looks ahead to property conference MIPIM UK and the impact the government’s HS2 review is having on investors.
Hospitality to Retail
Tony Elvin, General Manager at Touchwood in Solihull reflects on his first 18 months in charge, talks about how Touchwood are fighting back against the challenges facing the Retail sector and what the future holds for Solihull.
12 biggest mistakes when selling your home
Which? recently released an article detailing the 12 biggest mistakes you can make when selling your home.
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery reveal amazing plans for Autumn and Winter season
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery is launching its Autumn and Winter season with a programme of fascinating exhibitions, magical events and new audio guide tours
Borders, borders everywhere
Jim has spent the last few days dodging the rain to report on an historic Tory Party gathering in Manchester. Boris Johnson used his first conference to launch his “do or die” bid to get us out of the EU. Jim reflects on the Prime Minister’s plan and on his time spent on the conference fringe.
Will the real Boris Johnson please stand up
Frank McKenna reflects on the Tory Party conference and the Prime Ministers performance in Manchester, whilst sharing some sage advice – “You can’t fund slap & tickle on the rates”.
Judges to stop No Deal?
Might the Supreme Court be called in again to tame Boris Johnson? Jim asks what’s behind the contradictory government mantra that it will respect the No Brexit law whilst getting out by October 31. Jim also reports from Labour’s radical conference and says the Manchester economy will not be hit because the Commons has voted to sit during the Tory conference in the city.
Book now for the UK’s First International Dumpling Festival – steamed and fried, sweet and salty, there are dumplings for everyone!
The UK’s First Dumpling International Festival is coming to Digbeth. On Saturday 12th October.