Volunteers hailed for vital role at Therme Manchester Marathon as fundraising total for 2021 hits £3.1 million for UK charities
Survey reveals extent of positive volunteer experiences at the UK’s 2nd largest marathon.
In Conversation with Tom Stannard
Downtown Manchester in Business recently hosted a special event at The Lowry Hotel, Salford Quays. The event entitled ‘In Conversation with Tom Stannard’ to discuss the key role of Salford in the regeneration of Greater Manchester and the cities bounce back from the pandemic.
Coming to a bus stop near you…
There’s a quiet revolution taking place, which you might not be aware of, and it’s primarily focused on the good old bus.
Exclusive Roundtable with NP11
Downtown in Business recently held an exclusive roundtable dinner with the leading members of NP11, Sir Roger Marsh OBE and Asif Hamed MBE.
A week in America | 25th November 2021
As our U.S. cousins celebrate Thanksgiving, Martin Liptrot looks how what was once a family holiday has become a commerical one.
Are you taking massive action?
Ladyboss HR discusses why she’s not afraid to give up the good to go for the great.
Sutcliffe director, William Baldwin, scoops top prize at dancing fundraiser, as event raises over £42,000 for Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation
William Baldwin, director at civil and structural engineering firm Sutcliffe, has wowed the judges and picked up a score of perfect 10’s at Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation’s Strictly Ballroom, in the process raising circa £1,740 for the charity.
DQ ISSUE 21 | WINTER 2021 OUT NOW!
The latest edition of Downtown Quarterly is OUT NOW and focuses on Tech & Innovation.
The Fountain House Launch Night
18th November. The stunning memorial site opened its doors to welcome guests for a night of music, drinks and delicious canapes inspired by the menu.
Introducing Greenhaus: The English Cities Fund and Salix Homes to bring 96 sustainable, affordable homes to Chapel Street, Salford
The English Cities Fund and Salford housing provider, Salix Homes, have struck a landmark agreement to bring forward the latest phase of 96 homes at ECF’s £1bn, 50-acre Salford Central masterplan, taking the overall percentage of affordable homes to 25% across the entire scheme.
Platinum IIP award for Russell WBHO
Manchester main contractor Russell WBHO has achieved the highest accreditation possible for supporting its employees’ wellbeing, engagement, training, career progression and job satisfaction, particularly throughout the pandemic.
A week in America | 19 November 2021
In the latest view from across the pond, Martin Liptrot discusses the transportation infrastructure problems that America faces.