


A week in America | 9 February 2024
From his perch in the US, Martin looks at the current political ding-dong back in the UK – and can’t help but share a few words of US advice…

DIB announce major partnership with Hospitality Hero
Downtown in Business and The Hospitality Hero will be collaborating to support the Visitor Economy and hospitality venues across the DIB network over the next two-years.

What took Labour so long?
In his blog, Jim weighs up the different factors that have lead Labour to ditch their £28bn green energy promise. He also looks at the rise of the right in the Tory Party.

Civil and structural engineering firm, Sutcliffe, announces host of new framework wins with work in excess of £1bn
Civil and structural engineering firm, Sutcliffe, has announced over 10 new framework wins across the UK, with construction contracts in excess of £1 billion.

peopleHUB – HR role in sustainability webinar
Join oneHR for a webinar on HR’s role in building a sustainable organisation and achieving net zero.

The Downtown Den Politics Podcast | 5th February 2024
Here’s the latest politics podcast from Frank and Jim. Topics covered include Liz Truss’ political comeback, Labour’s business charm offensive a DIB parliamentary reception review and more.

Sole Directors and decision making: Key Considerations for Limited Company Owners
If you are the sole director of a limited company, this article is essential reading. Many companies formed after 2006 adopted the Model Articles for ease.


Who would want to be an MP?
As another MP announces that he is quitting parliament – this time due to death threats – Frank Mckenna says we need to start to value our parliamentarians once again.

A week in America | 2 February 2024
This week Martin looks at the raft of economic data being shared about the US economy and wonders what it all means…

DIB Parliamentary Reception spotlights northern cities, partnerships and economic growth
The leaders and chief executives of both local authorities addressed the one hundred plus business leaders from across the north of England who attended the event.