Business organisation Downtown in Business has welcomed new government measures designed to protect small and medium-sized enterprises from late payments by larger corporations but is warning ministers that another damaging business practice continues to devastate SMEs across the UK.
What is the best way to make sure assets are respectful to the environment, energy challenges and social factors.
We caught up with Sutcliffe and The City of Liverpool College to find out what can be done to make sure the next generation are ready to pick up their tool belts and keep Britain building?
The acquisition of the Bolton office marks the first phase of an ambitious growth strategy for the company as it continues to strengthen its presence across the North-West.
At UKREiiF 2026, we spoke to Jo Henney from Nugent to discuss their ideas for tackling the housing crisis.
Nugent Homes has been created as part of the organisation’s long-term commitment to delivering lifelong pathways of support for individuals and communities in need.
Jo and Jim look back on the last week in politics and discuss the possibilities of a potential Labour leadership change.
Downtown in Business boss, Frank Mckenna explains what you can expect from DIB at UKREiiF 2026.
Krol Corlett recently completed works to convert the former first-class lounge at Carlisle’s Grade II* Citadel Station, all whilst working within an operational train station.
Ahead of UKREiiF, Downtown in Business are shining a spotlight on some of the fantastic partners joining the Downtown in Business delegation, including Steven A Hunt & Associates.
Downtown in Business Group Chair and Chief Executive Frank McKenna reports on DIB’s recent Northern Power Towns Parliamentary Reception in Westminster – and the growing frustration of Lancashire business leaders at the lack of progress on the long-standing issue of establishing an elected mayor for the Red Rose County.
On April 22nd 2026 Downtown in Business hosted the Northern Power Towns Parliamentary Reception in Westminster, bringing together civic, business and political leaders to focus on the growth and regeneration of towns across the North.
