Are we doing enough?
Victoria explains the simple steps that we can all take to make a difference with Mental Health in the workplace.
It’s diverse, but will it work?
Jim presents his comprehensive view on the new government appointments. He believes Liz Truss must be given a chance, but worries that levelling up the North is going to be overwhelmed by the energy crisis.
Can transport investment deliver the ‘Levelling Up’ agenda?
Save the Date. On Thursday 20th October, the High Speed Rail group will be hosting an event to explore how increased transport investment in all parts of the country could deliver on the Government’s flagship ‘Levelling Up’ policy.
New infrastructure, public realm, and connected green spaces to create world class environment at Liverpool Waters
Plans to deliver enabling infrastructure, create high quality public realm, a new park, and a green network of spaces around the Central Docks neighbourhood at Liverpool Waters have been submitted to Liverpool City Council by developer Peel L&P.
Blue Peter presenter Mwaka Mudenda and CBeebies presenter Chantelle Lindsay headline Chester Zoo’s FREE family wildlife festival
Popular children’s TV presenters Mwaka Mudenda and Chantelle Lindsay are set to headline Chester Zoo’s family festival celebrating UK wildlife, which takes place later this month.
Coming soon: A new series of the ‘Downtown Den’ podcast
The Downtown Den podcast will return in October with an eclectic range of guests talking to our chief executive and group chairman Frank McKenna about their career journey, their highs and lows, their challenges, and their tips for success.
Davies Partnership Dublin to Galway Charity Bike Ride
On the 9th and 10th of September, members of the Davies Partnership team along with a cohort of riders will be cycling from Dublin to Galway to raise funds for Claire House Children’s Hospice and the Stroke Association.
A week in America | 02 September 2022
Martin looks at President Biden’s announcement to forgive up to $10,000 in student loans and explores why the system is fundamentally broken.
Business needs government action now
As we approach the final months of 2022, many businesses are in crisis. Frank McKenna suggests a package of measures that the new Prime Minister may consider to get them- and her- through the winter when she takes office next week.
Property conference postponed due to rail strike
The Downtown in Business national Property and Regeneration conference that was due to take place in Birmingham on 15th September has been postponed. A new date of Thursday 9th February has been announced for the event, following the announcement of a national rail dispute that is due to take place on the original date.
Is Johnson really gone?
On his return from a summer break, Jim examines the real possibility of Boris Johnson attempting a comeback.
High Performance Consultancy
We are delighted that High Performance are our Business of the Month for September 2022. High Performance Consultancy is an award winning national boutique HR, Employment Law and Health & Safety outsourcing consultancy, supporting a variety of businesses across the UK.