Climate change is considered one of the greatest threats to economic stability. The pace of government action has now accelerated. In this report our partners Western Union Business Solutions provide forecasts on the shift towards renewable energy, and explain how decarbonisation could impact global supply chains. Click HERE to access the report.

Downtown in Business

Edge Hill University celebrates five Educate North Awards nominations
Edge Hill University is a finalist in five categories of the prestigious Educate North Awards 2025.

Employers in the Midlands “unprepared” as real-time benefits-in-kind reporting looms – and poll backs up need for help and support
Employers urged to start preparing for compulsory HMRC reporting on payroll expenses and benefits-in-kind from April 2026; scope for employers to introduce voluntary payrolling in the 2025/26 tax year to iron out teething problems before HMRC’s go-live.

Boost Engagement & Retention: Investing in Financial Wellbeing Programs
Kristen Cunliffe, Owner and MD of Red Star Wealth will join peopleHUB’s webinar on Thursday 13th February to discuss financial wellness programs

DIB’S Beth Mckenna has been selected for the Northern Power Women Future List 2025
Downtown in Business is excited to announce that our Event Manager Beth Mckenna has been selected for the Northern Power Women Future List 2025