Business of Politics to be launched in New Year
The chief executive and Group chairman of Downtown in Business Frank McKenna, and former MP and political commentator Simon Danczuk will launch a new podcast in 2023.
Lord Michael Heseltine: The best prime minister we never had
A political giant for more than five decades, the man who many believe to be ‘the best Prime Minister we never had’, Lord Michael Heseltine, joined DIB boss Frank McKenna in the Downtown Den this week.
What does the budget mean for Employers?
Following the Autumn budget announcement, Victoria reviews what Employers/HR need be aware of.
Tories face thumping in Chester
Jim surveys the grim political landscape for North West Conservatives as a leading MP decides to quit, and the party faces defeat in next week’s Chester by election.
Where are we going to get growth?
Frank McKenna fears for small businesses and the hospitality sector following last week’s Autumn Statement.
Brexit isn’t working
A litany of facts prove that leaving the EU was a mistake. But are British politicians ready to accept the fact that they need to have an open and honest conversation with the electorate about the need for a more pragmatic approach to be adopted towards our European neighbours?
Professor Steven Broomhead MBE: Devolution, local government, and the Warrington Wolves
Long-serving chief executive at Warrington Borough Council, Vice Chairman of Rugby Super League Club Warrington Wolves, and early adopter and supporter of Downtown in Business, Prof. Steven Broomhead joins Downtown CEO Frank McKenna in the Downtown Den.
The price of Truss and Brexit
Jim analyses the Chancellor’s statement blaming Brexit and Liz Truss more than Covid and Ukraine for the mess.He also reports on a row amongst Labour members in Bury South.
A week in America | 18 November 2022
This week, Martin ponders the question – Is this the end for America?
Andy Street to address DIB Property & Regeneration conference
The mayor of the West Midlands Combined Authority Andy Street has been confirmed as the latest big-name speaker to join the Downtown in Business national Planning, Property & Regeneration conference that will take place in Birmingham on Thursday 9th February next year.
Bank holiday announced in honour of the coronation of His Majesty King Charles III
It has been announced that the coronation of King Charles III will become a national bank holiday in all parts of the UK, but what does this mean for employers and employees?