It’s time for change
19/11/2020
Frank Mckenna reflects on business closures, unemployment. Suicides and cancelled operations and urges the government to re-think its Lockdown strategy.
Frank Mckenna reflects on business closures, unemployment. Suicides and cancelled operations and urges the government to re-think its Lockdown strategy.
In this weeks guest blog, we hear from Cluster Director of Sales for Melia Hotels International, Scott Brown. Although there have been many setbacks for the company this year, there are huge plans for cities beyond Manchester, happening very soon.
We are delighted to have this weeks guest blog from CEO & Founder – Make Events & HM Events, Holly Moore. Keep your eyes peeled to hear more from Holly over the coming weeks!
This week Jim disputes Dominic Cummings credentials as a champion of the North. With the Prime Ministerial aide gone, Jim gives his recipe for bringing effective devolution to the North.
Adam Sutton from Adam Sutton estates discusses why real estate is one of very few sectors to have weathered the storm of the pandemic.
Frank McKenna reflects on the American presidential election result and news of a COVID-19 vaccine.
In his blog Jim notes the euphoria surrounding news of a vaccine against Covid-19 but forecasts it will be a while before business in the North feels the benefit. He also marks the 30th anniversary of the fall of Margaret Thatcher.
Jackie Chapman, from The Festive Group, shares her top tips for turning your home into a stylish festive space no matter what its size or shape.
The US election has proved that the economy is still the priority for a big chunk of the population – even in the middle of a pandemic. Frank McKenna reflects on Donald Trumps surprise success and what UK politicians should learn from it.
Chris McKenna, Director of Downtown in Business reflects on the media coverage and behaviour of the younger generation over the past few months.
Jim reflects on the potentially dangerous tactics of likely outgoing American President Trump, as well as a bad week for Boris Johnson and a good one for Keir Starmer.
The team behind UK Liquidators, part of Begbies Traynor Group, have produced a five-step checklist for company directors to assist in conducting a business health check upon returning to work.