A Baptism of Fire
10/11/2022
Rishi Sunak has not enjoyed much of a honeymoon period as Prime Minister. Frank McKenna reflects on the baptism of fire the new man in Number 10 has had to face.
West Midlands businesses restructuring to cope with mounting cost pressures
10/11/2022
According to new research from Grant Thornton UK LLP, a combination of inflationary pressures, rising interest rates, high energy costs, and ongoing supply chain issues are significantly impacting the financial viability of many businesses.
Mental Health in the Construction Industry with… Trevor Steven
10/11/2022
Downtown boss Frank McKenna chats with Trevor Steven about Causeway Technologies and their Mental Health campaign in the construction industry.
Arden Cross Selects Muse as Development Partner
10/11/2022
Arden Cross Limited, the consortium behind the £3.2 billion, mixed-use commercial and residential destination at the heart of the Midlands, has agreed a landmark development deal with national developer, Muse.
Birmingham City Football Club’s ‘Darts and Delegates’ Blues Business Club
09/11/2022
Birmingham City Football Club will host their ‘Darts and Delegates’ Blues Business Club next week.
Azets Midlands strengthen senior team
09/11/2022
Azets, the UK’s largest regional accountancy firm and business advisor to SMEs, has demonstrated its commitment to nurture its network with two appointments and three promotions in the Midlands region.
Applications for Millennium Point STEM Grant Programme are now open
08/11/2022
Cash-strapped schools and non-profit organisations hit by rising costs and cuts in budgets can receive support through the Millennium Point Charitable Trust’s Small Grants Programme, with the latest round of funding now open.
Form Financial Clarity
07/11/2022
We are delighted that Form Financial Clarity are our latest Business of the Week. Form Financial Clarity strive to provide a distinct service whilst building lasting relationships with clients, providing ongoing long term advice and assistance.
A week in America | 4 November 2022
04/11/2022
This week, Martin looks forward to the US Mid Term Elections – what it means for the shape of Congress, economic fortunes, progressive policies and who might be next in the White House.
Bruntwood submit plans for UK’s lowest carbon new build workspace
04/11/2022
Following a period of public consultation, Bruntwood has today submitted plans for the development of the UK’s lowest carbon new build workspace, The Ev0 Building. Situated at Didsbury Technology Park in South Manchester, the £31m development will provide 82,000 sq ft of sustainable office space, leading Manchester’s workspace offering towards a net zero future.
West Midlands Railway Industrial Action 4-9 November
04/11/2022
West Midlands Railway have announced industrial action on Friday 4, Saturday 5, Monday 7 and Wednesday 9 November 2022.
Chrissie Wolfe: Creating a personal brand – from solicitor to social media influencer
04/11/2022
Chrissie Wolfe is an award-winning solicitor, entrepreneur, careers coach and business consultant who has been breaking the boundaries in the professional services sector.