EP.132 | Can Starmer Survive?
09/02/2026
It has been a challenging week for Keir Starmer, with growing pressure surrounding his decision to appoint Peter Mandelson. Can his leadership endure?
Downtown in Business Hosts Drink Tank with Cllr Carl Cashman
05/02/2026
On Wednesday 4th February 2026 Downtown in Business hosted a Drink Tank event at The Clubhouse, welcoming Cllr Carl Cashman in partnership with Bright Blue. The event brought together business leaders and stakeholders for an evening of discussion and debate.
EP.131 | By-elections, China Trade Missions and the Epstein Files
02/02/2026
All the candidates have been selected for the Gorton and Denton by-election. In this episode of the Downtown Den Politics Podcast, Frank, Jim and Jo, preview what the final outcome of that particular contest may be.
Meet the Partner with Glenville Walker
30/01/2026
As part of Downtown Den’s Meet the Partners, Frank McKenna caught up with Michael Smeaton and Anna Salisbury from Glenville Walker to get advice for our members about Shareholders Agreements and why we need them
MPs and Business Leaders Gather in Parliament to Launch Unlocking Britain’s Visitor Economy Campaign
29/01/2026
Senior MPs from across government and opposition came together with leading figures from hospitality, retail, tourism and the wider visitor economy in Westminster on Thursday 29th January 2026 for the official parliamentary launch of the Unlocking Britain’s Visitor Economy campaign.
Innovation, Investment & MIPIM: DIB & Starship to Host Exclusive Event Ahead of Cannes Real Estate Festival
29/01/2026
Downtown in Business, in partnership with Starship, is bringing together leading investors, developers, city leaders, and innovators for a high-impact briefing ahead of MIPIM — the world’s premier real estate and investment festival.
This exclusive event will take place at the Starship offices in Birkenhead on Thursday 5th March, and will spotlight major development opportunities across UK cities, explore emerging innovation shaping the built environment, and outline how businesses, local authorities, and investors can maximise their presence and influence at MIPIM 2026.
DIB Hosts Conversation on Opportunity, Impact and Legacy of The Open
27/01/2026
On Wednesday 21st January 2026 , DIB had the pleasure of hosting a drinks reception at Inside by Meliá Liverpool, in collaboration with The R&A, bringing together partners and stakeholders to discuss the 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale Golf Club.
DIB Host an Insight into Football Leadership with Rick Parry
27/01/2026
On Thursday 22nd January 2026 Downtown in Business hosted a Leaders Lunch with Rick Parry at Oddfellows Chester. This event offered a fascinating and insightful look into leadership at the highest levels of football.
EP.130 | Does Starmer Fear a Burnham Challenge?
26/01/2026
Does Keir Starmer and the Labour Party fear Andy Burnham? Will there be a comeback for Andy Street? Should Andy Street and Ruth Davidson join the Liberal Democrats?
City Leaders Back Trevor Steven Charity Mindflow
23/01/2026
Tuesday evening saw leaders from across the construction sector come together at the Liverpool Malmaison to hear from Liverpool City Region Mayor, Steve Rotheram, Leader of Liverpool City Council, Liam Robinson and Mindflow CEO, Trevor Steven on how the sector must work together to reduce suicide rates and improve mental health.
‘Unlocking Britain’s Visitor Economy’ Campaign to Launch in Whitehall
23/01/2026
The Liverpool Business Improvement District and Downtown in Business will lead a delegation of industry leaders from the hospitality sector and wider visitor economy this week, as they launch their national campaign ‘Unlock Britain’s Visitor Economy’ at Westminster next week.
Liverpool’s The Event Agency Partners with Downtown in Business for High-Profile 2026 Events
23/01/2026
Liverpool-based event planning and styling company The Event Agency has announced a new partnership with Downtown in Business, delivering bespoke event styling for a series of high-profile regional sell out events throughout 2026.