The Watering Can hosts Downtown Connects
22/09/2022
Downtown in Business hosted its first ‘Downtown Connects’ event in Liverpool at the stunning Watering Can in Greenbank Park.
Starmer on course to win for Labour?
22/09/2022
Frank McKenna looks ahead to the Labour Party conference that takes place in Liverpool next week – and suggests that Keir Starmer has a long way to go if he is to become PM, despite the seismic challenges the country and the government is facing.
Term-time only and other ‘part-year’ workers are entitled to 5.6 weeks holiday a year
22/09/2022
What does the recent ruling from the Supreme Court in relation to holiday entitlement for atypical workers mean for employers? Ladyboss HR provides some clarity in this weeks blog.
Giant Growth Gamble
22/09/2022
As the government moves at last to protect business from the worst of the energy crisis, Jim looks at the more controversial aspects of Liz Truss’ economic measures. As Labour meets in Liverpool he also asks what do they do now?
North West Business Leadership Team Announces Two New Members
20/09/2022
The North West Business Leadership Team has welcomed two new members.
Mamasan Bar & Brasserie reveal brand-new á la carte menu curated by new head chef
16/09/2022
Mamasan Bar & Brasserie has curated a brand-new collection of beautiful dishes to launch an all-new à la carte menu.
How SMEs opting for payable tax credits on R&D claims will be affected by new cap
16/09/2022
Catax Senior Tax Analyst Khaled Fatheldin advises on new cap for payable tax credits on R&D claims.
A week in America | 16 September 2022
15/09/2022
Despite being a federal republic, the US can’t shake off its fascination with all things royal. Lots of US Royal watchers will be waiting to see what the new King does next.
Wither The Union and Commonwealth?
15/09/2022
The new king has just completed his tour of the four nations that make up the United Kingdom. But will the union survive the new reign? Jim asks the question and looks at the role the late Queen played in holding the Commonwealth together.
Would The Queen be amused by the reaction to her passing?
15/09/2022
There have been some fitting tributes to the Queen who served the country so well for 70 years. But are decisions that further damage the economy, a virtual news blackout, and the cancellation of hospital appointments things that she would have supported? Frank McKenna’s latest blog…
The Livercool nominees are…
15/09/2022
Downtown in Business is delighted to announce the shortlist for the Livercool Awards 2022. The awards take place on the evening of Thursday 24th November 2022. Find out who has been shortlisted for an infamous Livercool award 2022.
Downtown announces Be.EV as partner
15/09/2022
Downtown in Business are delighted to announce Be.EV as their latest corporate partner. Be.EV is the fastest growing network of EV chargers across the North of the UK.