The Watering Can hosts Downtown Connects
Downtown in Business hosted its first ‘Downtown Connects’ event in Liverpool at the stunning Watering Can in Greenbank Park.
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Leeds Leaders’ Lunch with Angela Barnicle
Angela Barnicle, Chief Officer Assets Management and Regeneration at Leeds City Council, will join Downtown in Business for an exclusive event on Wednesday 28th September., sharing her thoughts on growth sectors and investment opportunities in Leeds, and her thoughts on the ‘Levelling Up’ agenda and what it means for West Yorkshire and beyond.
Starmer on course to win for Labour?
Frank McKenna looks ahead to the Labour Party conference that takes place in Liverpool next week – and suggests that Keir Starmer has a long way to go if he is to become PM, despite the seismic challenges the country and the government is facing.
Term-time only and other ‘part-year’ workers are entitled to 5.6 weeks holiday a year
What does the recent ruling from the Supreme Court in relation to holiday entitlement for atypical workers mean for employers? Ladyboss HR provides some clarity in this weeks blog.
Giant Growth Gamble
As the government moves at last to protect business from the worst of the energy crisis, Jim looks at the more controversial aspects of Liz Truss’ economic measures. As Labour meets in Liverpool he also asks what do they do now?
North West Business Leadership Team Announces Two New Members
The North West Business Leadership Team has welcomed two new members.
The Hospice Charity Partnership
We are delighted that The Hospice Charity Partnership are our latest Business of the Week. Birmingham St Mary’s and John Taylor Hospices are delighted to announce that the two charities have successfully merged together to form one Birmingham wide organisation.
New Podcast ‘Anything is Possible’ is launched by female CEO of award-winning Make Events
The Anything is Possible Podcast, by the female founder of award-winning Make Events, has a stellar line-up including Jacqueline Gold of Ann Summers, the Founders of Barry’s Bootcamp UK and Betfred’s Fred Done among other business success stories.
‘Tech for Purpose’ as an ethos and operating model
Andy Peters-Smith from VCG discusses how organisations are seeking out smarter ‘circular’ ways to run their IT systems.
Students’ delight at start of University life
Thousands of students have arrived at the University of Central Lancashire ahead of the start of the new academic year.
Mamasan Bar & Brasserie reveal brand-new á la carte menu curated by new head chef
Mamasan Bar & Brasserie has curated a brand-new collection of beautiful dishes to launch an all-new à la carte menu.
Special Fundraising Event to Light Up Black Country Beauty Spot in Aid of Local Children and Families
Acorns Children’s Hospice is calling for supporters to help light up Walsall Arboretum next month and let their support for local children and families shine through.