A week in America | 20 September 2024
20/09/2024
This week Martin attended a U.S. Conference on Foreign Direct Investment. He got to wondering – What if UK cities adopted the same approach?
In Conversation with Lou Cordwell OBE
19/09/2024
Downtown in Business hosted a special Leaders lunch at Gaucho in Manchester earlier this week, where DIB boss Frank McKenna was in conversation with one of the city’s leading Tech and entrepreneurs Lou Cordwell.
Cheshire’s Deva Fest celebrates Record Numbers, New Investment & Prepares for its Fifth Birthday & Biggest Show Yet in 2025!
19/09/2024
Deva Fest, The North West’s Favourite family-friendly festival, is set to reach new heights with the announcement that Steven Hesketh, a renowned figure in the North West’s hospitality industry, has joined the team as joint owner.
Send for Campbell!
19/09/2024
In this weeks blog, Jim comments on the internal division within the Labour Party and the run up to the Labour Party Conference.
Who is doing the politics for Labour?
19/09/2024
As the latest controversy of ‘wardrobe-gate’ hurts the new government, Frank McKenna asks who is handling the ‘politics’ for Labour?
Don’t care
19/09/2024
This week Jo discusses the fear of privatising the health service, but points out that in some cases it already is.
Political experts outline thoughts on new government agenda
19/09/2024
Three leading political and policy experts were in Birmingham this week, offering their thoughts on the recent General Election.
The Downtown Den Politics Podcast | EP.50 | 16th September 2024
17/09/2024
Listen to the latest Downtown Den politics podcast. Out now.
Apprenticeship Recruitment Day
13/09/2024
Are you currently seeking a skilled apprentice to strengthen your team? HybridTec have got the perfect opportunity to streamline the hiring process for you.
Planet Pack Presents…
13/09/2024
Split Perspectivz CIC, creators of Builder Book, is delighted to invite you to their big celebration – Planet Pack Presents at Shakespeare North Playhouse.
Downtown in Business event sheds light on new opportunities for digital and cybersecurity sectors in Lancashire
13/09/2024
On Wednesday 11th September 2024 DIB hosted a unique event in Lancashire, discussing the opportunities Lancashire has in the digital sector and reflecting on the the new Labour Government’s first few months in office.