As we round out 2023, the latest guest in the Downtown Den ‘Leaders’ series is Dave Brewitt the Owner and Chief Executive of Hope Street Hotel and Owner of Carpenter Investments.
Jim gives us his winners and losers from a year which, he thinks, leaves
us with little to be optimistic about.
College football in the US has just had its biggest scandal since the last one. Martin looks at what is going on off the pitch in the billion dollar business in America’s Universities.
The Prime Minister has created a first class political crisis by staking the whole government’s credibility on the narrow issue of Stop the Boats according to Jim in his latest blog.
This week’s Venue of the Week is Gaucho Newcastle. Argentinian flavours await you at Gaucho Newcastle. Enjoy an elegant dining experience in the restaurant and be transported to the bustling streets of Buenos Aires.
Downtown in Business members can claim an incredible 25% off food on the a la carte menu across all Gaucho and M Restaurants.
In the final edition of the Downtown Den Politics Podcast Frank and Jim reflect on the year in politics and highlight their winners and losers over the past 12 months.
We are delighted that Morgan Sindall are our Business of the Month for December 2023. Morgan Sindall create inspiring places that enhance the communities in which we live, learn, work, play, care and protect.
This week, stuffed with turkey and all the trimmings, Martin ponders the origins of Thanksgiving – a most American of holidays.
Despite a crisis looming over Town Hall finances, Jim reports on major plans for the future launched this week by local authorities across the North West.
Playing ‘Culture Wars’ can backfire spectacularly if you’re not careful – has Rishi Sunak discovered to his cost this week. A Greek tragedy for the PM, as he finally lost his Marbles!
The latest HR blog discusses how businesses should respond when an employee receives a prison sentence, exploring options and emphasizing the importance of a fair process.
