John James, the Managing Director of Soho Estates talks to us about his campaign to save the hospitality industry – the Soho Summer Street Festival. Along the way, he reveals David Bowie’s reason for visiting the famous Embassy Club, the ‘King of Soho’, Paul Raymond’s business philosophy, and the role they played in helping establish the Soho House brand. A conversation with someone who has been at the centre of London’s property development for decades, this is one not to miss.
EP.105 | NHS Strikes – A win for Wes?
NHS strikes VAT on private healthcare, the Online Safety Act, Trump tariffs and Epstein, Gaza and Palestine.
EP.106 | What will Rachel do in the Autumn Budget?
An interest rate cut may have given Chancellor Rachel Reeves a little respite this week, but an independent economic report suggests that she has a £50 billion hole to fill if she’s to hit her own fiscal targets. What options does she have?
EP.107 | In Conversation with Dame Louise Ellman
DIB Boss, Frank McKenna, caught up with Dame Louise Ellman in the Downtown Den.
Our Partners at Make Events Are Getting Christmas Ready – Are You?
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.