We get the Politicians we deserve
03/11/2022
Matt Hancock is off to eat Kangaroos testicles. Frank McKenna explains why he doesn’t care…
Adrian Ellis, Lowry Hotel General Manager, named 2022 Hotelier of the Year
03/11/2022
Lowry Hotel general manager, Adrian Ellis has been crowned 2022 Hotelier of the Year.
Business steps in to kick-start Our Year Legacy Fund to provide opportunities for young people in Manchester
31/10/2022
National company IMPOWER has joined forces with Manchester City Council to launch a brand new “Our Year Legacy Fund” to provide ongoing opportunities for children and young people in the city.
BloomSmith acquires VAT Bridge UK
31/10/2022
As the founding VAT Bridging business BloomSmith VAT Funding are delighted to announce the acquisition of VAT Bridge UK.
Industry experts to discuss the future of hospitality, retail and placemaking
28/10/2022
DIB will host an exclusive lunch forum with industry experts and business leaders from across Manchester, focussing on the future of the high street, hospitality and more.
Ed James: Optimisim, Enthusiasm and Bouncing Back
28/10/2022
Ed James is a self-proclaimed lover of people and their stories. Experiencing his first taste for radio at the age of 12, Ed now boasts over 20 years of experience as a Heart Radio presenter. Born in Yorkshire, now an honorary Brummie and one of the city’s biggest ambassadors, he has a passion for all things Birmingham and its community spirit.
A week in America | 28 October 2022
27/10/2022
This week Martin looks at the ‘alternative universes’ promising to give US investors stellar performance and wonders whether the sky is the limit?
New Education Minister good news for Business
27/10/2022
The new Minster for Education, Gillian Keegan MP, is good news for business, according to DIB boss Frank McKenna.
Right to work checks – important changes Employers need to know
27/10/2022
The temporary measures for right to work checks came to an end on 1 October. It is really important that Employers understand how to conduct a right to work check, as they can face a civil penalty of up to £20,000 for employing an illegal worker.
North West test for the Rishi bounce
27/10/2022
There isn’t going to be a General Election, but the North West will see a significant test of how large that Labour lead is. Jim reviews the challenges and opportunities for the new Prime Minister.