King of the North or UK?
09/07/2026
Jim assesses the almost certain arrival of Andy Burnham in Downing Street this month. He warns that devolution must be real with less Manchesterism. He also has a little dip into history.
Meet The Partner | PJ Livesey
09/07/2026
Britain’s cities and towns feature many distinguished buildings of historical significance. Sadly, in too many cases they have been left to decay. Latest estimates suggest
Bowker Motor Group to Open New LEPAS Dealerships in Blackburn and Preston
03/07/2026
LEPAS will launch in the UK this summer with a model range focused on hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles.
Edge Hill Business School named top in UK for supporting small businesses
03/07/2026
The Business School’s research-informed model empowers organisations across sectors from manufacturing and health to digital and retail to overcome productivity barriers and achieve sustained growth.
Downtown Recap | The Big Interview – Andy Burnham
03/07/2026
Our newspapers and airwaves have been full of speculation about what Andy Burnham will or will not do if as expected he is sworn in as Prime Minister later this month.
‘The New Centres of Power’: Downtown in Business launches new programme as Burnham’s Britain rewrites the rules
02/07/2026
The balance of power in Britain is changing – and businesses must change with it.
As a New Era of Devolution Begins, Downtown in Business Announces annual conference on Placemaking, Regeneration and Politics
02/07/2026
National business and political leaders to gather in Liverpool to debate the future of England’s cities, towns and regions.
Old Palace Chester
01/07/2026
The Old Palace Chester is a landmark venue that blends historic character with modern hospitality, offering a unique setting on the banks of the River Dee.
Story Homes
01/07/2026
Downtown in Business are delighted that Story Homes are our Business of the Month for July 2026.
Downtown in Business members respond to Andy Burnham’s growth plans for the regions
30/06/2026
Northwest business leaders have responded positively to Andy Burnham’s political pathfinder speech in Manchester yesterday.
Future Cities and Transport Summit
30/06/2026
The Future Cities and Transport Summit will bring national political, business and investment leaders together and Downtown in Business members are being offered complementary tickets to participate.
DIB welcomes Burnham’s bold vision for growth – but says delivery will be the real test
29/06/2026
Downtown in Business has welcomed Andy Burnham’s first major policy speech since his return to Westminster as a significant contribution to the debate on how Britain can unlock economic growth, describing his commitment to devolution, public-private partnership and regional investment as a positive message to businesses across the UK.”