Mayors on the march
02/05/2024
The latest local election contests are proof that devolution and elected mayors are working. Frank McKenna explains why.
Scots and the General Election
02/05/2024
Amid all the turmoil in Scotland, Jim notes the support for independence is still strong. He also reports on a great Downtown event that looked at the challenges Manchester still faces in redevelopment.
Computer says no – women say why?
02/05/2024
As the Home Office loses contact with more than 3,000 asylum seekers, Jo Phillips wonders why it always seems to be the IT systems fault.
Who Are Yer? | Anna Salisbury
02/05/2024
For our video this week, we are joined by Anna Salisbury, Partner at Glenville Walker.
Downtown in Business Birmingham to host Roundtable Dinner ‘The Social and Economic Impact of Sport’
01/05/2024
DIB will hold an exclusive Roundtable Dinner event on Wednesday, June 5th, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM in Birmingham.
Sponsored by DB3 and Causeway, ‘The Social and Economic Impact of Sport’ aims to assemble business luminaries from across the Birmingham City region and beyond.
Gino D’Acampo, Manchester
29/04/2024
Think light, bright, modern interiors with stunning alfresco terraces – giving all guests in the UK, a true taste of Italy. The latest restaurant to open in partnership with Gino D’Acampo & Meliá. A beautiful restaurant, with floor to ceiling windows that lets the natural light flood in, it’s a real mood booster.
Connected Places Catapult
29/04/2024
We are delighted that Connected Places Catapult are our latest Business of the Week.
Exclusive Jockey Club offer for Downtown in Business members
26/04/2024
Downtown in Business members have an exclusive opportunity to experience world class hospitality at the Betfred Derby Festival at Epsom Downs Racecourse this summer!
First restaurants in Birmingham restaurant festival line-up revealed
26/04/2024
Michelin-Starred Purnell’s, Plates By Purnell’s, Chapter, Trentina, Dishoom, and Tattu, announced in line-up for Birmingham Restaurant Festival, hosted in the UK’s Most Exciting Foodie Destination.
Downtown Director, Chris McKenna completes London Marathon
25/04/2024
Downtown’s Chris McKenna took part in the London Marathon 2024 completing it in an impressive time of 3:06:22, to raise money for Paper Cup Project.
Downtown in Business Hosts Popular Property Club Event
25/04/2024
On Wednesday, April 24th, Downtown in Business Birmingham brought together public and private sector leaders for a stimulating Birmingham Property Club dinner event at the Bank Restaurant and Bar in Birmingham. The event provided a platform for attendees to delve into the challenges and opportunities within the city region, particularly following Downtown’s recent trip to MIPIM.