Coming soon: A new series of the ‘Downtown Den’ podcast
03/09/2022
The Downtown Den podcast will return in October with an eclectic range of guests talking to our chief executive and group chairman Frank McKenna about their career journey, their highs and lows, their challenges, and their tips for success.
Septemebr Promotions at The Lowry Hotel
02/09/2022
There are some exciting promotions at The Lowry Hotel this September including and exclusive dinner with Hambledon Wines and a Manchester themed tasting menu as a fringe event for the Manchester Food and Drink Festival.
A week in America | 02 September 2022
02/09/2022
Martin looks at President Biden’s announcement to forgive up to $10,000 in student loans and explores why the system is fundamentally broken.
Business needs government action now
01/09/2022
As we approach the final months of 2022, many businesses are in crisis. Frank McKenna suggests a package of measures that the new Prime Minister may consider to get them- and her- through the winter when she takes office next week.
Property conference postponed due to rail strike
01/09/2022
The Downtown in Business national Property and Regeneration conference that was due to take place in Birmingham on 15th September has been postponed. A new date of Thursday 9th February has been announced for the event, following the announcement of a national rail dispute that is due to take place on the original date.
Is Johnson really gone?
01/09/2022
On his return from a summer break, Jim examines the real possibility of Boris Johnson attempting a comeback.
Roland Dransfield takes on Kilimanjaro!
31/08/2022
Members of the Roland Dransfield team are taking on Mount Kilimanjaro to mark their 25th anniversary celebration and raise funds for The Standing Tall Foundation.
Educating kids for the future – change is needed now
25/08/2022
Steve Coulter from The Tony Blair Institute for Global Change, on why the UK’s education system is outdated and what can be done to provide children with the tools succeed in the future.
£41,000 raised for charity in Manchester’s biggest ever abseil
25/08/2022
Over 100 Manc daredevils descended a dizzying 270ft and £41,000 raised for We Love MCR Charity who support Mancunian communities and young people.