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.
Strategy and economic leader to speak at DIB roundtable lunch
Downtown in Business will host an exclusive roundtable lunch with Founding Director of Metro Dynamics, Mike Emmerich, on Wednesday 21st September. Mike was previously responsible for initiating the Manchester Independent Economic Review, delivering a high-quality evidence base to inform decision makers in Manchester.
Prepare your business for the proposed upcoming Employment legislation
Join DIB in association with High Performance Consultancy as we explore how businesses can adapt to the ‘new’ post-COVID world with the latest updaets in HR, Employment Law, and Health & Safety.
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.
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.
