Worse and worse
13/10/2022
Jim comments on the worsening crisis for the government, analysing the latest wrong moves of the Prime Minister and wonders if it will end in the unthinkable.
The biggest barrier to PMs growth drive? – Tory MPs
13/10/2022
Liz Truss wants to go for growth. But do her colleagues in the Conservative parliamentary party?
Cordia Blackswan unveils Jewellery Quarter gem with new show apartment
10/10/2022
Birmingham-based property developer Cordia Blackswan has unveiled the brand-new show apartment at its latest heritage redevelopment, The Gothic.
Macdonald Burlington Hotel
10/10/2022
We are delighted that The Burlington are our latest Business of the Week. Offering guests an oasis of luxury in the vibrant and culture-rich city of Birmingham, this historic hotel is a short walk from all that’s on offer in the area, with world-class shopping and entertainment on your doorstep.
The 151st Open at Royal Liverpool in July 2021
07/10/2022
In July 2023, The Open returns to Royal Liverpool, where the world’s best players battle it out on the famous links to become the Champion Golfer of the Year. Here’s your opportunity to gain exclusive access to the new Origins Premium experience, Clubmakers.
Global FX Outlook for October 2022
07/10/2022
Western Union Business Solutions discuss market insights into key themes and scenarios driving FX volatility throughout October.
‘Tricky’ Trevor Steven – From Berwick to Marseille: And Becoming A Mental Health Ambassador
07/10/2022
In the first Downtown Den podcast of the new series, DIB chief executive and Group Chairman Frank McKenna is in conversation with Trevor Steven.
DIB’s new member benefit from oneHR Software
06/10/2022
Downtown boss Frank McKenna, chats with Victoria Brown to discuss the new member benefit for all DIB members.
A week in America | 07 October 2022
06/10/2022
It’s Mid-term season in the U.S. and Martin explores which colourful characters have been trying to make a name for themselves.
Money for nothing – and your kicks for free?
06/10/2022
In his latest blog, Frank McKenna defends some of the new PM and Chancellor’s economic messages – but doubts that the British public are ready to listen.
The Conservative Party Conference review
06/10/2022
DIB Liverpool Member and Conservative Party activist Mark Butchard attended the Tory Party conference in Birmingham. Here he offers his thoughts on what was considered a tough week for new Prime Minister Liz Truss and her team.
Truss in charge or goverment?
06/10/2022
Jim agrees with the pollsters that it is going to be difficult for the government to recover from their disastrous conference. But he thinks Labour would face the same borrowing issues.