Downtown in Business is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Colwell as Strategic Partnerships Director.
As we mark the 80th anniversary of Hiroshima, Jim reflects on the current nuclear threat and discussions about what is proportionate in the face of aggression whether it be...
This week, Martin reviews a summer of sports in the US - and the challenges global games face in building a presence in the world's largest sports media market.
NHS strikes VAT on private healthcare, the Online Safety Act, Trump tariffs and Epstein, Gaza and Palestine.
With Frank still away, Jim, Jo, and Kevin tackle the doctors dispute and Tory leader Kemi Badenoch’s pledge to ban strikes. They’ll also weigh up the likelihood of serious...
Downtown in Business is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Colwell as Strategic Partnerships Director.
As we mark the 80th anniversary of Hiroshima, Jim reflects on the current nuclear threat and discussions about what is proportionate in the face of aggression whether it be...
This week, Martin reviews a summer of sports in the US - and the challenges global games face in building a presence in the world's largest sports media market.
NHS strikes VAT on private healthcare, the Online Safety Act, Trump tariffs and Epstein, Gaza and Palestine.
With Frank still away, Jim, Jo, and Kevin tackle the doctors dispute and Tory leader Kemi Badenoch’s pledge to ban strikes. They’ll also weigh up the likelihood of serious...
LYVA Labs’ latest investments represent an expansion in focus from health and life sciences investments to include two other key growth sectors, clean tech and deep tech.
No Season Ticket for Your Favourite Team? No Problem!
The solution will enable users to forecast, manage, monitor, and monetise the social, economic and environmental impact of their work in real time.
The new team strengthens Sutcliffe’s role as a key national partner in creating sustainable, inclusive communities.
Downtown in Business is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Colwell as Strategic Partnerships Director.
Steven will work closely with the board to help shape strategy, scale Soul Kitchen’s impact, and develop programmes that further partnerships like Sunset Café.
Hope Street Blend will bring together cultural partners along the famous Hope Street in a cascade of music and culture.
Downtown in Business are delighted that The Open are our business of the month for August. Downtown in Business is once again proud to work with The R&A, for...
We are delighted that San Carlo Liverpool is our venue of the month for August 2025. Situated on Castle Street near the Albert Dock, San Carlo is among one...
Malmaison are exclusively offering Downtown Members 20% discount of Food & Drinks pre & post-match to celebrate the historic game at the Hill Dickinson stadium.
Downtown in Business is once again proud to work with The R&A, highlighting the hospitality offerings to members for what promises to be one of the standout events of...
Don't miss out on the Summer Day Delegate offer at Maldron Hotel Liverpool. Starting at just £35 per person.
350 runners will all be participating in a unique 5K Runway Night Run along the length of the runway, whilst raising thousands of pounds for Alder Hey Children’s Charity.
Novotel Liverpool Paddington Village are offering a massive 50% off room hire bookings for the rest of the year.
Energised is a bi-annual publication that champions our team, connects us with the construction sector, and offers a space to reflect on the ever-evolving construction landscape.
Knowledge Quarter Liverpool (KQ Liverpool) is proud to announce a bold and inspiring fundraising challenge led by its CEO, Colin Sinclair, who will run 50 miles across all six...
An unmissable event for every Liverpool FC fan: an intimate and exclusive evening with Reds icon, Phil Thompson.
The Lord Mayor of Liverpool’s Charities presents an unforgettable evening at the World Boxing Championship.
It might only be July, but our partners and leading events agency, Make Events is already helping businesses across the UK plan unforgettable festive celebrations.
Supporters have a variety of travel options for getting to and from the game and are encouraged to plan ahead and think about the best mode of travel for...
Fazenda Manchester will host an exclusive Wine Dinner featuring Terrazas de los Andes — a renowned Argentinian winery celebrated for its expressive, high-altitude wines.
We are delighted that The Lowry Hotel is our latest venue of the month. Currently offereing a sales offer for any booking which hits or exceeds the value of...
We are delighted that Sutcliffe are our Business of the Month for August 2025. Sutcliffe is a leading civil and structural engineering consultancy.
QA Higher Education, a leading UK higher education provider, is deepening its presence in Manchester by expanding its footprint at St James’, a landmark innovation hub owned by Bruntwood SciTech
It might only be July, but our partners and leading events agency, Make Events is already helping businesses across the UK plan unforgettable festive celebrations.
Seat Unique is now the Official Premium Experiences Platform of Everton Football Club, and a Founding Partner of the Club’s stunning new home: Hill Dickinson Stadium opening this August.
This unique conference brought together engaged partners across the North West to discuss how effective public and private partnership working can address local and regional challenges
Government-backed programme empowers manufacturers to embrace digital transformation, creating 1,850 new jobs and upskilling 3,300 workers
Manchester Central, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks, is inviting the public inside for an exclusive opportunity to explore the venue and meet the team behind the scenes
Fast-growing, award winning mid-tier commercial law firm HM3 Legal, already well established in Chester and celebrating its 10th anniversary in Liverpool this month, has today announced the opening of...
Krol Corlett, in partnership with South Ribble Council, is proud to host a Mental Health in the Workplace event designed to champion positive wellbeing across all industries.
Pannone Corporate has been appointed by Aviva Studios – home of Factory International – in a raft of new client wins for the Manchester-based law firm.
Fazenda Birmingham will host an exclusive Wine Dinner featuring Terrazas de los Andes — a renowned Argentinian winery celebrated for its expressive, high-altitude wines.
The solution will enable users to forecast, manage, monitor, and monetise the social, economic and environmental impact of their work in real time.
The new team strengthens Sutcliffe’s role as a key national partner in creating sustainable, inclusive communities.
Downtown in Business is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Colwell as Strategic Partnerships Director.
Clients will now benefit from legal expertise across a broader range of practice areas, including succession planning, matrimonial advice, construction and tax.
We are delighted that Unique Venues Birmingham is our venue of the month for August 2025. Unique Venues Birmingham is a collection of fantastically unusual venues with over 25...
We are delighted that Aston University are our business of the month for August 2025. They are one of the UK’s most respected institutions. Aston University is internationally recognised...
At a time when the city of Birmingham is looking to young people to help shape its future, the Common Purpose Birmingham Legacy Programme aims to support the city...
Downtown in Business is once again proud to work with The R&A, highlighting the hospitality offerings to members for what promises to be one of the standout events of...
On Monday 15th September 2025 Downtown in Business, in collaboration with the West Midlands Combined Authority, will host a high-profile Parliamentary Reception on the iconic Terrace at the House...
Birmingham Airport (BHX) is preparing for its busiest summer ever. A record 2.1 million passengers are expected to travel through the airport over the six-week summer break – a...
As it prepares to celebrate a decade as the UK’s biggest event for the built environment, UK Construction Week (UKCW) has announced its first confirmed big name speakers for...
The solution will enable users to forecast, manage, monitor, and monetise the social, economic and environmental impact of their work in real time.
The new team strengthens Sutcliffe’s role as a key national partner in creating sustainable, inclusive communities.
Downtown in Business is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Colwell as Strategic Partnerships Director.
Downtown in Business (DIB) will convene some of the UK’s most influential civic leaders, government figures, and private sector stakeholders for a landmark Property, Regeneration & Infrastructure Conference this...
Downtown in Business is pleased to confirm that Cllr James Lewis, Leader of Leeds City Council, will be joining the speaker line-up for this year’s flagship regeneration event, Talking...
Change Makers Live 2025, the flagship national conference from Downtown in Business, takes place on Thursday, 2nd October 2025 at Everton Football Club’s stunning new Hill Dickinson Stadium in...
On Tuesday, 4th November 2025, Birmingham will be at the heart of innovation as Downtown in Business hosts The Change Makers Live Summit at the prestigious Aston University.
In a very special episode of the Downtown Den Politics Podcast Frank McKenna is joined by the former chairman of the very influential conservative backbench 1922 Committee, Sir Graham...
Labours first year in government ended with a backbench rebellion, a chancellor in tears, and Jeremy Corbyn announcing the launch of a new political party.
INNSiDE by Meliá Liverpool, part of the Meliá Hotels International, is pleased to announce an exclusive partnership with United Wolves Productions to launch new professional podcast packages hosted in...
LAVA Advisory Partners, a London-based M&A advisory firm, has appointed Paul Joyce as a new partner as it gears up for a period of accelerated growth.
Fazenda is introducing a new way for guests to savour their renowned tableside service with the launch of their Indulgent Churrasco.
The new programme has been funded by a leading veterinary company, who will also offer work experience placements to students.
The solution will enable users to forecast, manage, monitor, and monetise the social, economic and environmental impact of their work in real time.
The new team strengthens Sutcliffe’s role as a key national partner in creating sustainable, inclusive communities.
Downtown in Business is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Colwell as Strategic Partnerships Director.
This unique conference brought together engaged partners across the North West to discuss how effective public and private partnership working can address local and regional challenges
The July/August issue of Lancashire Business View magazine is now online.
An Annual Charity Golf Day in Lancashire has raised £6,100 for Rainbow Hub in Mawdesley.
DSG is proud to announce that we have been named Professional Services Firm of the Year at the City of Liverpool Business Awards 2025. The awards were hosted by Downtown...
Business leaders warn that failure to meet housing targets could jeopardise £5 billion cyber investment.
The 2025 National Student Survey ranks the University of Central Lancashire 35th for average positivity out of 122 institutions
Wates, Stepnell, Morgan Sindall, Kier and BAM have partnered with the newly formed Centre for Construction Best Practice as Gold Corporate Partners.
In a very special episode of the Downtown Den Politics Podcast Frank McKenna is joined by the former chairman of the very influential conservative backbench 1922 Committee, Sir Graham...
The solution will enable users to forecast, manage, monitor, and monetise the social, economic and environmental impact of their work in real time.
The new team strengthens Sutcliffe’s role as a key national partner in creating sustainable, inclusive communities.
Downtown in Business is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Colwell as Strategic Partnerships Director.
Clients will now benefit from legal expertise across a broader range of practice areas, including succession planning, matrimonial advice, construction and tax.
Leeds United has officially submitted a planning application to Leeds City Council to increase the capacity of its historic Elland Road stadium to over 50,000 seats.
Wates, Stepnell, Morgan Sindall, Kier and BAM have partnered with the newly formed Centre for Construction Best Practice as Gold Corporate Partners.
In a very special episode of the Downtown Den Politics Podcast Frank McKenna is joined by the former chairman of the very influential conservative backbench 1922 Committee, Sir Graham...
Labours first year in government ended with a backbench rebellion, a chancellor in tears, and Jeremy Corbyn announcing the launch of a new political party.
Fazenda is introducing a new way for guests to savour their renowned tableside service with the launch of their Indulgent Churrasco.
On Wednesday 25th June, Downtown in Business hosted another insightful edition of our ‘In Conversation with…’ dinner series in Birmingham, welcoming Richard Lawrence, the newly appointed Executive Director of...
Downtown in Business was delighted to kick off Housing 2025 with two standout events in Manchester, bringing together leaders and innovators from across the housing, property, and regeneration sectors.
Nine years ago this week, the UK voted to leave the European Union. Reflecting on that momentous decision almost a decade back, Downtown in Business (DiB), one of the...
The solution will enable users to forecast, manage, monitor, and monetise the social, economic and environmental impact of their work in real time.
The new team strengthens Sutcliffe’s role as a key national partner in creating sustainable, inclusive communities.
Downtown in Business is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Colwell as Strategic Partnerships Director.
Steven will work closely with the board to help shape strategy, scale Soul Kitchen’s impact, and develop programmes that further partnerships like Sunset Café.
With the visitor economy in Cheshire East now worth over £1 billion and employing more than 10,000 people, the relaunch of CEHA comes at a critical time.
This unique conference brought together engaged partners across the North West to discuss how effective public and private partnership working can address local and regional challenges
DSG is proud to announce that we have been named Professional Services Firm of the Year at the City of Liverpool Business Awards 2025. The awards were hosted by Downtown...
Fast-growing, award winning mid-tier commercial law firm HM3 Legal, already well established in Chester and celebrating its 10th anniversary in Liverpool this month, has today announced the opening of...
Wates, Stepnell, Morgan Sindall, Kier and BAM have partnered with the newly formed Centre for Construction Best Practice as Gold Corporate Partners.
In a very special episode of the Downtown Den Politics Podcast Frank McKenna is joined by the former chairman of the very influential conservative backbench 1922 Committee, Sir Graham...
Labours first year in government ended with a backbench rebellion, a chancellor in tears, and Jeremy Corbyn announcing the launch of a new political party.
INNSiDE by Meliá Liverpool, part of the Meliá Hotels International, is pleased to announce an exclusive partnership with United Wolves Productions to launch new professional podcast packages hosted in...
As we mark the 80th anniversary of Hiroshima, Jim reflects on the current nuclear threat and discussions about what is proportionate in the face of aggression whether it be...
This week, Martin reviews a summer of sports in the US - and the challenges global games face in building a presence in the world's largest sports media market.
In this week’s blog, Steven reflects on why first impressions in hospitality matter—from your building’s look to your website’s feel. Small details create a welcoming vibe that keeps guests...
In his latest blog, Frank McKenna explains why a Wealth Tax would be a disaster for Growth—and leave the Treasury worse off.
In this week’s blog, Steven announces the exciting relaunch of the Cheshire East Hospitality Association! With quarterly meetings, the first-ever Hospitality People Awards this October, and major events like DevaFest...
In this week's blog, Steven reflects on a proud moment for Chester’s hospitality scene. At the Media Getaway 2025, Chester truly came alive. From rooftop receptions to historic strolls...
In this week’s blog, Jo looks at how a super injunction was used not to protect lives, but to protect ministers from scrutiny over a leaked email that exposed...
Stephen Cowperthwaite, Managing Director of Liverpool & UK Regions, Avison Young UK, discusses the opportunities for change in North Liverpool.
In this week's blog Steven looks at This week, Steven explores what Gen Z and millennial hospitality staff really want in 2025 — and it’s more than just money....
Forty years on form Live Aid, Frank McKenna expresses his concern that the progress made by that Rock & Roll movement is in reverse.
Jim has a gloomy view about the government's ability to quickly turn around its fortunes. He also reflects on the death of Lord Tebbit.
In this week's blog Steven Hesketh reflects upon the Chester Hospitality People Awards.
