Bev Craig takes over as new council leader
02/12/2021
Councillor Bev Craig has this week become the new Leader of Manchester City Council.
Labour gets serious about Opposition
02/12/2021
In his latest blog, Frank Mckenna suggests that Keir Starmer has given Labour a fighting chance of offering a serious challenge to the government in the coming months with his latest shadow cabinet reshuffle.
NANDY IN THE RIGHT JOB.
02/12/2021
Jim gives his views on this week’s shake up in Labour’s shadow team as it affects the North. Five Greater Manchester MPs are in the Shadow Cabinet and none from Liverpool as Sir Keir Starmer continues his march to the middle ground.
New from the Dishoom store: deliciously charming gifts and keepsakes
02/12/2021
The Masala Dabba, Chai Caddy, Chutneys, Meal Kits and more – a selection of Dishoom favourites for nationwide delivery by Christmas
UCLan graduate carves her creativity into new University Square
01/12/2021
An award-winning artist has lent her talents to her former University by providing eye-catching sculptured granite artwork to frame the University of Central Lancashire’s (UCLan) new Square.
Exclusive Lu Ban offer for DIB members
30/11/2021
Exclusive Christmas dining offer for DIB members at the stunning Chinese restaurant, Lu Ban
Change consultancy bolsters growth strategy with framework wins
30/11/2021
Birmingham-based change consultancy, Entec Si, is eyeing strong growth in 2022 after securing a position on two prestigious public sector procurement frameworks and making a new strategic partnership.
V12 Vehicle Finance on recruitment drive following robust used car market
30/11/2021
Vehicle Finance (V12VF) – powered by Secure Trust Bank – has created ten new sales roles in 2021 (to-date), including five internal promotions, to keep up with the robust demand for used cars and motor finance.
The Rolling Mill fires up for opening in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter
30/11/2021
This year’s most hotly anticipated independent restaurant in Birmingham, The Rolling Mill, has announced it will be opening its doors from Friday 26th November. Having already given the city a taste of what’s in store with its exclusive delivery menu available via Deliveroo last month, the JQ bar and restaurant will be dishing up a fresh take on European flavours and classics with a vintage twist.
VWV’s Birmingham office continues to expand
29/11/2021
National law firm VWV has recently strengthened its corporate, commercial and immigration practices by three appointments in its Birmingham office at Brindleyplace.
‘Building back better’ – the future is flexible
29/11/2021
The UK Government’s 2019 manifesto committed to encourage flexible working and consult on making it the default unless employers have good reasons not to. Subsequently, the COVID-19 pandemic has had a dramatic impact on working patterns, resulting in a shift to homeworking for much of the working population.
Alder Hey youngster Betty will officially start Santa Dash
29/11/2021
Four-year-old ‘brave little miracle’ is event guest of honour. Betty will be joined by Alder Hey Ambassador, LFC’S Jamie Carragher.