
Liverpool Business Leaders React to November Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has unveiled the details of her second Budget since taking office — but how have local business leaders responded to the announcement?

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has unveiled the details of her second Budget since taking office — but how have local business leaders responded to the announcement?

The Watering Can has officially decked the halls, turned on the sparkly lights and sprinkled festive cheer as it gears up to jingle all the way into Christmas. Guests are invited to ‘step into Christmas’ with seasonal treats, carols and Naughty Santa mischief, with a line-up of holiday events guaranteed to make this the most wonderful time of the year.

There were tears, joy and a standing ovation when the city came together to honour the families of Southport victims Bebe King, Elsie Dot Stancombe and Alice Da Silva Aguiar.

Downtown in Business isn’t easing into 2026 — we’re kicking the door off its hinges and rolling out a blockbuster calendar.

The Sedulo Christmas Toy Appeal is back to deliver Christmas for hundreds of children who will otherwise go without.

Big winners on the evening included Phil Brown from Causeway Technologies, Robbie Blackhurst from Black Capital Group and Cathryn Wright from Sedulo.

As the Chancellor delivers her latest update, they will provide you with the context and how it will affect you, your business and your staff.

Business Beats Cancer is a fantastic initiative from Cancer Research UK, which brings together CEOs, business owners and directors from across the city to fundraise for life-saving research that is happening right here in Liverpool.

easyJet holidays has also launched holiday packages to each destination from Liverpool, including flights and hotel.

With its windows and doors offering industry-leading levels of thermal efficiency, Warwick North West and its 120-strong team have been successful in making inroads into the social and affordable housing market.

Downtown in Business is pleased to announce the Northern Power Towns Parliamentary Reception, taking place on Wednesday 22nd April 2026 at the House of Commons Terrace Pavilion, Westminster.

On Tuesday 18th November 2025, Downtown in Business were delighted to welcome guests to the Pullman Hotel in Liverpool for the latest event in our ‘In Conversation With’ series, featuring Steve Rotheram, Metro Mayor of the Liverpool City Region.