Morgan Sindall hands over first phase of University’s Vet School
17/05/2024
A key milestone has been reached in the creation of new veterinary facilities at the University of Central Lancashire.
Story Homes
01/05/2024
We are delighted that Story Homes are our Business of the Month for May 2024. Story Homes is a housing developer that has been building strong homes for over 35 years.
Downtown in Business Cheshire Hosts Inspirational Business Event – “The Highs and Lows of Building a Business”
29/04/2024
On Monday, April 29th, Downtown in Business Cheshire hosted an exclusive lunchtime networking event at The Townhouse and Secret Garden in Chester. From 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, Downtown Chief Executive Frank McKenna interviewed three leading entrepreneurs who have built multi-million-pound companies over the past decade, navigating challenges such as Brexit, a pandemic, and shifting political landscapes.
In Conversation with Simon Lawrence
26/04/2024
Join Downtown for the latest event in our popular ‘In Conversation With’ series in Lancashire. On Thursday 27th of June, we will be joined by Simon Lawrence, Director of Growth and Regeneration at Lancashire County Council to discuss the challenges facing the region.
Northern Power Towns Conference 2024
26/04/2024
DIB, in partnership with the Northern Power Towns group, will host a half-day conference on Friday 12th July 2024, at the Engine Rooms, Birchwood Park, Warrington, 9.30am-1.30pm. Leaders, chief executives, and senior decision makers from a range of Northern Power Towns local authorities will be in attendance, alongside private sector partners and keynote speakers.
Bolton ‘Wanderers’ set for 15k Charity Hike
26/04/2024
A group of 12 staff from Bolton-based Mansell Building Solutions is preparing to raise vital funds for The Christie Charity through a 15k charity hike in the Peak District.
An Exclusive Lunch with Naomi Smith, CEO of Best For Britain
25/04/2024
Downtown in Business hosted a private round table lunch event at Fazenda Manchester, featuring Naomi Smith, CEO of Best For Britain.
Manchester Central appoints new CEO
22/04/2024
The next chief executive of Manchester Central Convention Centre has been unveiled – bringing 15 years’ experience in leading strategic growth initiatives across the UK in the events and exhibitions sector
Ex Morgan Sindall MD joins Krol Corlett
19/04/2024
Construction Company Krol Corlett have announced their latest high-profile addition: Barry Roberts joins them as Non-executive Director. With over four decades of invaluable experience in senior management, Barry’s arrival marks a significant milestone for the company.
One Co Work Winckley Square Grand Opening
16/04/2024
OneCoWork invites you to join them for the grand opening of their all new location in Winckley Square PRESTON PR1 3JJ
On Thursday the 25th April from 5:00PM – 9:00PM there’ll be complimentary food & drinks as this amazing new space in the beautiful Winckley Square in the heart of Preston is finally unveiled.
Civil and structural engineering firm, Sutcliffe, to host annual charity ball – aiming to raise over £60,000 for the Liverpool Women’s Hospital Charity and Liverpool University Hospitals Charity
16/04/2024
This Friday, Sutcliffe is hosting its annual charity ball – with the aim of raising over £60,000 for the Liverpool Women’s Hospital Charity and the Delirium and Dementia team at Liverpool University Hospitals Charity
Senior appointment strengthens Harrison Drury’s corporate team in Manchester
11/04/2024
Harrison Drury’s Manchester team goes from strength to strength with the appointment of Wendy Catterall,
who will advise clients on a range of corporate matters including mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions and corporate governance matters.