Enterprise must lead recovery plan
19/06/2020
Downtown in Business has unveiled a 30-step plan to help get the UK economy out of lockdown and back on track.
Back to the Eighties? No thanks
18/06/2020
This week Downtown in Business unveiled its Manifesto for economic Recovery. In his latest blog, Frank McKenna explains why the government needs to think big and be bold if we are to avoid a return to the Eighties – with a nod in the direction (and an apology) to the late, great David Bowie.
Big Changes for Lancashire?
18/06/2020
Could Lancashire be about to make its voice heard alongside Manchester and Liverpool? An elected mayor for the county has come a step closer but it would mean big changes in the complex council structure. Jim examines these issues and speculates on who might get the job.
Expert advice for businesses on addressing environmental impact of COVID-19 from Beever and Struthers
18/06/2020
Expert advice on how businesses can address the environmental impact of COVID-19 will be provided at the latest North West Business Leaders Forum events hosted by accountants and business advisors Beever and Struthers.
Made Smarter appoint BAE Systems’ Glyn Jones as new chair of North West adoption pilot steering group
16/06/2020
Made Smarter, a national movement which is helping SME manufacturers in the North West to adopt digital technologies, has appointed Glyn Jones as the new chair of its steering group.
Local care homes say thank you to UCLan
12/06/2020
Much-needed hand sanitiser created by UCLan technicians is delivered to a variety of the city’s care homes.
Join us online to discover a wealth of opportunities to take your career to the next level through University Study in Burnley
12/06/2020
Don’t let Covid-19 restrictions put the brakes on your ambitious plans for academic and career success.
Northern business believes Government favour London and major redundancies imminent
11/06/2020
A survey of businesses across the North of England, looking at the the impact of Covid19 on small firms, has generated some interesting results.
Downtown Den #081 | Space Modular
11/06/2020
Downtown CEO spoke to Director of Space Modular, Ian Ambrose. Ian tells us what Modular Housing is and explains how the company has thrived during the COVID-19 crisis.
Downtown Den #079 | Mark Williams
10/06/2020
Mark Williams from Western Union Business Solutions joined Downtown Director, Chris McKenna in the Downtown Den.
Pursue your home dream, say experts
10/06/2020
The housing market across the region is getting back to business as deals are concluded and new offers are being made, according to conveyancing specialist Adkirk Law.
Training Provider rated ‘GOOD’ in its latest Ofsted inspection
10/06/2020
Lancashire based apprenticeship provider Training 2000 has officially been rated as ‘GOOD’ in its most recent Ofsted inspection that took place back in March 2020.