
EP.101 | In Conversation with Sir Graham Brady
In a very special episode of the Downtown Den Politics Podcast Frank McKenna is joined by the former chairman of the very influential conservative backbench 1922 Committee, Sir Graham Brady.

In a very special episode of the Downtown Den Politics Podcast Frank McKenna is joined by the former chairman of the very influential conservative backbench 1922 Committee, Sir Graham Brady.

Labours first year in government ended with a backbench rebellion, a chancellor in tears, and Jeremy Corbyn announcing the launch of a new political party.

Fazenda is introducing a new way for guests to savour their renowned tableside service with the launch of their Indulgent Churrasco.

We are delighted that INNSiDE Newcastle is our venue of the month for July. Bringing a slice of continental life to the heart of the city, the 161-room hotel is located on the historical Quayside, offering breath-taking views across the River Tyne and an eclectic home-from-home feel for guests to explore Newcastle’s city centre.

Sam Fender’s trio of sold-out shows at Newcastle’s St James’ Park delivered a huge £16.5 million uplift to the local economy, according to new figures released by Newcastle City Council and regional partners.

On Wednesday 25th June, Downtown in Business hosted another insightful edition of our ‘In Conversation with…’ dinner series in Birmingham, welcoming Richard Lawrence, the newly appointed Executive Director of Place, Prosperity and Sustainability at Birmingham City Council

Downtown in Business was delighted to kick off Housing 2025 with two standout events in Manchester, bringing together leaders and innovators from across the housing, property, and regeneration sectors.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Pre-Conference Dinner and Parliamentary Reception, two impactful events that brought the Liverpool City Region to the heart of Westminster and helped build momentum for even stronger collaboration and progress

Nine years ago this week, the UK voted to leave the European Union. Reflecting on that momentous decision almost a decade back, Downtown in Business (DiB), one of the UK’s leading business organisations, has launched a scathing critique of the economic and political consequences of Brexit

The strategy has been described by Downtown as “a strong starting point”.

We are delighted that Earl Kendrick Chartered Surveyors are our latest Business of the Week. Earl Kendrick is an award-winning firm of chartered building surveyors serving key property management clients.

Young people applying for a job this summer can download the HMRC app for instant access to the tax and salary details they need