DIB group chair and chief executive Frank McKenna reports on UKREiiF 2025.
Northern mayors launch partnership at UKReiiF to d...
A new regional partnership, The Great North, has been launched at the UKREiiF investment summit in Leeds.
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In this week's episode Jim and Jo discuss the UK' European deal, examine Labour's backbench discontent, the surprise of a pro-European victory in Romania and Donald Trump's whistle stop...
Lisa Morton, CEO at Roland Dransfield, discusses Manchester City Council's 10 year strategy that was unveiled recently.
The atmosphere in the room was overwhelmingly positive, with many in the private sector praising the council’s proactive and results-driven approach.
To mark Mental Health Awareness Week, Downtown in Business hosted a special roundtable lunch in Birmingham on Tuesday.
In this week's episode Jim and Jo discuss the UK' European deal, examine Labour's backbench discontent, the surprise of a pro-European victory in Romania and Donald Trump's whistle stop...
Lisa Morton, CEO at Roland Dransfield, discusses Manchester City Council's 10 year strategy that was unveiled recently.
The atmosphere in the room was overwhelmingly positive, with many in the private sector praising the council’s proactive and results-driven approach.
To mark Mental Health Awareness Week, Downtown in Business hosted a special roundtable lunch in Birmingham on Tuesday.
A new regional partnership, The Great North, has been launched at the UKREiiF investment summit in Leeds.
Liverpool-based creative advertising agency Poke Marketing, situated in the heart of the city’s business district, is pleased to announce the appointment of two highly experienced designers, further strengthening its...
Mother and daughter entrepreneurs Angela and Harriet Maguire hosted a glamorous party last week at The Clubhouse on Wolstenholme Square to celebrate the launch of their dream venture The...
Liverpool’s latest innovation hub attracted a number of new customers, ahead of officially opening its doors.
Get ready to pop some bottles at Mal's Bubble Time Friday!
Taking place across the final Premier League weekend of the season, The Red Weekender will feature a packed schedule of live shows, music performances, family events and more.
The atmosphere in the room was overwhelmingly positive, with many in the private sector praising the council’s proactive and results-driven approach.
The group chair & chief executive of Downtown in Business Frank McKenna was in Westminster this week supporting plans for investment into ‘the Northern Arc’. Read DIBs special report...
This new unit will have seating space for 100 passengers in addition to a ‘grab and go’ offer.
Everton Women will relocate to Goodison for the start of the 2025/26 season.
Don’t miss your chance to share this spectacular evening with clients, colleagues, friends or family, all in support of the Sedulo Foundation.
Enjoy Happy Hour every Monday to Thursday from 3pm - 7pm from £4.50 with Malmaison.
You're invited to an exclusive Christmas Showcase at Albert’s Schloss Liverpool — a festive evening designed especially for you.
This is a unique and affordable opportunity to enjoy a fantastic day out with colleagues, friends and clients while raising vital funds for the University Hospitals of Liverpool Charity.
The funds will also be used for in-community biodiversity training and to engage schools and community groups to improve outdoor spaces.
Trade deals with the United States and India. An interest rate cut. And a major announcement on immigration policy. It’s probably been a good week for the Labour government....
In this episode the pod dives into the future of the European project and UK-EU relations in these challenging times.
Downtown in Business boss Frank McKenna shares his reflections on the government's pasting in last week's elections - and offers some advice to the prime minister and his team.
A free, social, guided walk, starting and ending at INNSiDE UK hotels in Newcastle & Liverpool.
A new regional partnership, The Great North, has been launched at the UKREiiF investment summit in Leeds.
The atmosphere in the room was overwhelmingly positive, with many in the private sector praising the council’s proactive and results-driven approach.
The group chair & chief executive of Downtown in Business Frank McKenna was in Westminster this week supporting plans for investment into ‘the Northern Arc’. Read DIBs special report...
The funds will also be used for in-community biodiversity training and to engage schools and community groups to improve outdoor spaces.
Innovation is at the heart of how Yorkshire’s fastest-growing companies are creating value, increasing productivity and boosting the region’s economy.
Business leaders from across the North West’s property sector gathered to hear Eamonn speak about the future of housing and regeneration across the country.
At Nugent, they believe in a world where every person has the opportunity to thrive – no matter their circumstances. Nugent are proud to share their new strategic plan:...
We are delighted to say that our latest 'Venue of the Month' is Fazenda!
We are delighted that Muse are our Business of the Month for May 2025. Muse are placemakers, working in partnership to deliver brighter futures for towns and cities.
Many UK businesses have been plunged into uncertainty following US President Donald Trump's announcement of trade tariffs on imports from global trading partners.
Join Ward Hadaway on Thursday 1st May between 12pm - 1pm for their latest Commercial Training Academy.
Mansell will deliver full-frame, finishes and fire-stopping solutions reinforcing its expertise in modern methods of construction and light gauge steel framing.
Narrow Quay HR is delighted to announce the arrival of two new HR consultants to the team – each bringing sector-specific insight and a shared passion for delivering practical,...
Birmingham’s office market kicked off 2025 with a strong performance, recording a 13% increase in take-up during the first quarter, reaching nearly 195,000 sq. ft, according to DIB'S business...
Workers at West Midlands Railway have spoken about what Pride means to them ahead of this weekend’s Birmingham Pride event.
Birmingham Airport (BHX) has achieved Level 3 (optimisation) of the Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) scheme for a third consecutive year.
The Nine Lives Of Ozzy Osbourne traces his life from his childhood in Birmingham, through the meteoric rise of Black Sabbath, to even greater success as a solo artist.
Get ready to pop some bottles at Mal's Bubble Time Friday!
To mark Mental Health Awareness Week, Downtown in Business hosted a special roundtable lunch in Birmingham on Tuesday.
Enjoy Happy Hour every Monday to Thursday from 3pm - 7pm from £4.50 with Malmaison.
Trade deals with the United States and India. An interest rate cut. And a major announcement on immigration policy. It’s probably been a good week for the Labour government....
In this episode the pod dives into the future of the European project and UK-EU relations in these challenging times.
Downtown in Business boss Frank McKenna shares his reflections on the government's pasting in last week's elections - and offers some advice to the prime minister and his team.
Get ready to pop some bottles at Mal's Bubble Time Friday!
Enjoy Happy Hour every Monday to Thursday from 3pm - 7pm from £4.50 with Malmaison.
Trade deals with the United States and India. An interest rate cut. And a major announcement on immigration policy. It’s probably been a good week for the Labour government....
In this episode the pod dives into the future of the European project and UK-EU relations in these challenging times.
Downtown in Business boss Frank McKenna shares his reflections on the government's pasting in last week's elections - and offers some advice to the prime minister and his team.
Frank, Jim and Jo take a look back at last Thursday's UK polls, as well as casting their eyes internationally and seeing what's been happening in Canada, Australia and...
Local government executives and industry professionals will join Downtown in Business when we host host two exclusive events at UKREiiF on Monday 19th May.
At Nugent, they believe in a world where every person has the opportunity to thrive – no matter their circumstances. Nugent are proud to share their new strategic plan:...
This virtual event will dive into the future of the European project and UK-EU relations in these challenging times.
The event will bring together over 100 business leaders from across the country, with innovators, disruptors, entrepreneurs, and government ministers among the keynote speakers.
We can’t believe Easter has been and gone – and with it 25 DIB events!
Ribble Valley MP Maya Ellis has met with the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, Jonathan Reynolds, to raise the concerns of local business owners and discuss how...
Trade deals with the United States and India. An interest rate cut. And a major announcement on immigration policy. It’s probably been a good week for the Labour government....
In this episode the pod dives into the future of the European project and UK-EU relations in these challenging times.
Downtown in Business boss Frank McKenna shares his reflections on the government's pasting in last week's elections - and offers some advice to the prime minister and his team.
Frank, Jim and Jo take a look back at last Thursday's UK polls, as well as casting their eyes internationally and seeing what's been happening in Canada, Australia and...
Professor Graham Baldwin is one of six new Deputy Lieutenants have been appointed by the Lord-Lieutenant of Lancashire, Mrs Amanda Parker JP.
Local government executives and industry professionals will join Downtown in Business when we host host two exclusive events at UKREiiF on Monday 19th May.
At Nugent, they believe in a world where every person has the opportunity to thrive – no matter their circumstances. Nugent are proud to share their new strategic plan:...
This virtual event will dive into the future of the European project and UK-EU relations in these challenging times.
The event will bring together over 100 business leaders from across the country, with innovators, disruptors, entrepreneurs, and government ministers among the keynote speakers.
We can’t believe Easter has been and gone – and with it 25 DIB events!
Get ready to pop some bottles at Mal's Bubble Time Friday!
Enjoy Happy Hour every Monday to Thursday from 3pm - 7pm from £4.50 with Malmaison.
Trade deals with the United States and India. An interest rate cut. And a major announcement on immigration policy. It’s probably been a good week for the Labour government....
In this episode the pod dives into the future of the European project and UK-EU relations in these challenging times.
Downtown in Business boss Frank McKenna shares his reflections on the government's pasting in last week's elections - and offers some advice to the prime minister and his team.
Fazenda is delighted to present an exclusive Wine Dinner in collaboration with Maquis, one of Chile’s most esteemed family-owned wineries.
Innovation is at the heart of how Yorkshire’s fastest-growing companies are creating value, increasing productivity and boosting the region’s economy.
Frank, Jim and Jo take a look back at last Thursday's UK polls, as well as casting their eyes internationally and seeing what's been happening in Canada, Australia and...
Local government executives and industry professionals will join Downtown in Business when we host host two exclusive events at UKREiiF on Monday 19th May.
This virtual event will dive into the future of the European project and UK-EU relations in these challenging times.
The event will bring together over 100 business leaders from across the country, with innovators, disruptors, entrepreneurs, and government ministers among the keynote speakers.
This new unit will have seating space for 100 passengers in addition to a ‘grab and go’ offer.
Don’t miss your chance to share this spectacular evening with clients, colleagues, friends or family, all in support of the Sedulo Foundation.
This is a unique and affordable opportunity to enjoy a fantastic day out with colleagues, friends and clients while raising vital funds for the University Hospitals of Liverpool Charity.
The funds will also be used for in-community biodiversity training and to engage schools and community groups to improve outdoor spaces.
Trade deals with the United States and India. An interest rate cut. And a major announcement on immigration policy. It’s probably been a good week for the Labour government....
In this episode the pod dives into the future of the European project and UK-EU relations in these challenging times.
Downtown in Business boss Frank McKenna shares his reflections on the government's pasting in last week's elections - and offers some advice to the prime minister and his team.
Dan Price, Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner, has called for small businesses across the county to increase their business resilience to protect them from cyber crime.
Kirsty covers all aspects of family law and her particular expertise in cross-border family law strengthens the capability of HM3 Legal's existing well-regarded team.
Frank, Jim and Jo take a look back at last Thursday's UK polls, as well as casting their eyes internationally and seeing what's been happening in Canada, Australia and...
Local government executives and industry professionals will join Downtown in Business when we host host two exclusive events at UKREiiF on Monday 19th May.
This week, Martin looks at Trump's One Big Beautiful Act - his words - as it starts its progress through the US Congress. If you thought the first 120 days...
We’re thrilled to announce the return of The Art of Hospitality on June 12th, hosted at the elegant DoubleTree by Hilton in the heart of Liverpool city centre, just...
Frank McKenna reacts to the UK/EU reset that was unveiled earlier this week.
Lisa Morton, CEO at Roland Dransfield, discusses Manchester City Council's 10 year strategy that was unveiled recently.
There is a Brexit summit taking place next week. Frank McKenna urges Keir Starmer and the government to be bold and go for gold with the EU.
Steven shares his experiences on a recent trip to the U.S.A., where he had the exciting opportunity to speak at the Hollywood Big Festoon about all things hospitality with...
Whether you love, like, or loathe Nigel Farage's party, they cannot be ignored. In a special feature, DIBs public affairs consultant Martin Liptrot reflects on how business leaders can...
As we mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day with bunting and street parties, prayers and speeches, grainy footage and crackly sounds from a lifetime ago it’s almost impossible...
In recent years, Liverpool has solidified its place as a world-class destination, drawing visitors for its music, history, sport, and culture. Behind the scenes, a major player has been...
This week Steven explains how the hospitality and education sectors can work together to engage students who might want to look at a career in hospitality.
This week Martin looks at President Trump's first 100 Days... but through the lens of International Workers Day.
Downtown received influential praise for its work at a high powered Westminster reception. The gathering heard how Manchester intended to build on its already strong economic model, but was...
This week, Martin looks at Trump's One Big Beautiful Act - his words - as it starts its progress through the US Congress. If you thought the first 120 days...
We’re thrilled to announce the return of The Art of Hospitality on June 12th, hosted at the elegant DoubleTree by Hilton in the heart of Liverpool city centre, just...
Frank McKenna reacts to the UK/EU reset that was unveiled earlier this week.
Lisa Morton, CEO at Roland Dransfield, discusses Manchester City Council's 10 year strategy that was unveiled recently.
There is a Brexit summit taking place next week. Frank McKenna urges Keir Starmer and the government to be bold and go for gold with the EU.
Steven shares his experiences on a recent trip to the U.S.A., where he had the exciting opportunity to speak at the Hollywood Big Festoon about all things hospitality with...
Whether you love, like, or loathe Nigel Farage's party, they cannot be ignored. In a special feature, DIBs public affairs consultant Martin Liptrot reflects on how business leaders can...
As we mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day with bunting and street parties, prayers and speeches, grainy footage and crackly sounds from a lifetime ago it’s almost impossible...
In recent years, Liverpool has solidified its place as a world-class destination, drawing visitors for its music, history, sport, and culture. Behind the scenes, a major player has been...
This week Steven explains how the hospitality and education sectors can work together to engage students who might want to look at a career in hospitality.
This week Martin looks at President Trump's first 100 Days... but through the lens of International Workers Day.
Downtown received influential praise for its work at a high powered Westminster reception. The gathering heard how Manchester intended to build on its already strong economic model, but was...