Downtown London hosted a high street experts panel to discuss the impact of the coronavirus and much more. Joining Simon Danczuk, London chairman, in the #DowntownDen were: Professor Kim Cassidy, a retail marketing and behavioural expert from Edge Hill University and member of the Grimsey High Street Review; Joe Barrett, member of the Government’s High Streets Task Force, co-founder of The Teenage Market, and Chairman of Stockport’s Portas Pilot Delivery Group; and Matt Baker, also a member of the Grimsey High Street Review, and someone who has developed and delivered the Local Government Association’s High Street Leadership course, and is helping with York City Council’s high street strategy.
For upcoming Downtown in Business events and how you can get involved contact Beth.Mckenna@downtowninbusiness.com
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The Downtown Den Politics Podcast | EP.73 | Is Britain back in favour with the U.S.?
Up for discussion this week were, British and American relations, can people see the bigger picture for the green agenda and ask if the UK government is being stung by its critics?

Mindflow Charity to launch next month
A charity that will tackle mental health challenges in the construction industry will be launched in Manchester.

The Downtown Den Politics Podcast | EP.77 | 24th February 2025
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Hyatt Hotels Manchester
We are delighted to annouce our Venue of the Month in Manchester, for April is the Hyatt Hotel Manchester!