Thanks, Happy Christmas – and here’s to another fantastic DIB New Year
19/12/2024
Frank McKenna says thanks and happy new year… as we take a look back at an eventful 21st anniversary year for DIB.
Get Britain Working: A Golden Opportunity for Hospitality
19/12/2024
This week Steven has his say on the UK government’s ‘Get Britain Working’ white paper.
After this year, can the centre hold?
19/12/2024
Jim looks back on a year when democracy came under increasing threat, and Labour went from great electoral triumph to economic gloom.
Dear Santa… and some Christmas fables
19/12/2024
In her final blog of the year, Jo Phillips takes a look at some improvements that British politicians can make in 2025.
Gaucho Newcastle
09/12/2024
For our last month of 2024, we have Gaucho Newcastle as our Venue of the Month in December.
Why Gift Cards Are a Win for Local Hospitality Businesses
09/12/2024
As the holiday season approaches, gift cards are often seen as the perfect present for loved ones.
Chester’s Christmas Market: A Boost for Growth and Hospitality
28/11/2024
Christmas markets play a vital role in attracting tourists, boosting local economies, and creating a magical atmosphere that draws people back year after year.
DIB Meets… Mindflow
28/11/2024
Downtown Boss, Frank McKenna recently caught up with Trevor Steven to discuss Mindflow.
New Centre for Construction Best Practice Launches to Bridge Industry-Academia Gap and Tackle Sector Challenges
28/11/2024
A new Centre for Construction Best Practice (CCBP) has officially launched with a mission to bridge the longstanding gap between academia and industry in the
Follow Downtown in Business on Bluesky
21/11/2024
If you want to keep up-to-date with everything DIB, find out first about our exclusive events programme, conferences, and gala awards, then why not give us a follow on Bluesky.