Poke Marketing Unveils New Brand Identity for The Conscience Collective
15/01/2026
Built around the idea of disruptive innovation with a conscience, the identity centres on a floating feather logo.
DOWNTOWN IN BUSINESS WELCOMES MAJOR RAIL INVESTMENT – URGES GOVERNMENT TO “GET DIGGING, NOT JUST TALKING”
15/01/2026
Downtown in Business has welcomed this weeks announcement of significant government investment into rail infrastructure, including the long-awaited Northern Power Rail programme and a new high-speed link between Liverpool and Manchester.
“Lancashire Must Get Out of Its Own Way” – Downtown in Business Warns of Barriers Holding Back the County’s Growth
15/01/2026
Downtown in Business group chair and chief executive Frank McKenna has warned that Lancashire risks “missing its moment” unless political leaders across the county urgently address the long-standing structural barriers that continue to stifle economic growth, inward investment, and the wider regional economy.
Martin Liptrot joins Downtown in Business as Director of Strategic Partnerships
15/01/2026
Downtown in Business today announced the addition of Martin Liptrot as its new Director of Strategic Partnerships, strengthening the organisation’s leadership team as it continues to expand its influence, membership, and national footprint.
The Return of Empires
14/01/2026
Jim reflects on the breakdown of international order and suggests it poses a fundamental challenge to the mindset of us Europeans.
Birmingham Airport ends record year with busiest December ever
13/01/2026
Birmingham Airport (BHX) ended 2025 on a high with a record month for passenger traffic in December. 943,889 passengers travelled through the airport in December 2025 – a 6.6% increase compared to the same period last year.
Dishoom to open Permit Room Liverpool in March
13/01/2026
An all-day bar-café and social destination arriving in the heart of the city.
Liverpool’s Favourite Sunday Roast has Returned to The Watering Can
12/01/2026
After a festive break, Liverpool’s much-loved Sunday Roast was back this weekend at The Watering Can, the city’s prettiest café and bistro, nestled in the heart of Greenbank Park.
Masons on Seel Street Slashes Price of Liverpool’s No.1 Bottomless Brunch to Beat the January Blues
12/01/2026
Liverpool’s No.1 bottomless brunch destination, Masons on Seel Street, is starting 2026 with a bang by launching an unbeatable January offer designed to lift spirits and create unforgettable memories.
EP.128 | Global Tensions Ignite the New Year
12/01/2026
Happy belated New Year and welcome back to the Downtown Den Politics Podcast. We barely stepped away and the world went straight back to chaos with international tensions involving Iran Venezuela and Ukraine.
Jane Tomlinson Appeal launches ‘The Big Charity Giveaway 2026’ to support charities across three regions including Liverpool
09/01/2026
The Jane Tomlinson Appeal has launched the £250K Big Charity Giveaway 2026 – a significant grant programme designed to support charities across Liverpool City Region, Yorkshire, and the Midlands.
January Hotel Promotions from Hyatt Hotels Manchester
09/01/2026
Kick off 2026 at the Hyatt Hotel Manchester with a number of exciting offers and promotions.