A week in America | 19 April 2024
This week Martin is in the UK. He takes time to share his thoughts about the forthcoming elections on both sides of the Atlantic and how the TV stations ands broadcasters will be covering them…
UK
Does the BBC have a future?
Can the BBC put recent controversies behind it and have a long-term future? Frank McKenna’s latest blog looks at the trials and tribulations of Britains best known media organisation.
Why is the UK crap at infrastructure?
In his latest blog, Frank McKenna asks why the UK is crap at delivering major infrastructure projects.
A week in America | 30 September 2022
As UK Trade Minister, Kemi Badenoch flew in in the U.S. to promote the UK as the place for American businesses to do business, Martin explores the ‘special relationship’ between the two countries.
So, this is global Britain!
Jim examines what the government’s vision for “Global Britain” means in the light of humiliation in Afghanistan whilst at home the shortage of EU lorry drivers is affecting supermarket supplies and car production. He also comments on an important trade union election.
It’s infrastructure stupid
Frank Mckenna calls on the government to prioritise infrastructure spend to get the UK economy moving in his lates Downtown blog.
HS2 Decision “wrongheaded” says Downtown boss
Any decision to scrap HS2 will be a huge blow to the ambitions of the Midlands Engine and the Northern Powerhouse, says DIB boss.
A pointless election?
In his latest blog, Frank McKenna suggests that the forthcoming European elections will be a pointless exercise that will have no impact on the Brext debate in Westminster.
Doing Business with Integrity is an increasingly Important Driver of Commercial Success
UK Government launches new Business Integrity Hub to support SMEs operating in frontier markets.
Crisis, what crisis?
In his latest blog, Frank McKenna says there is an urgent need for a constitutional shake-up in the UK, as the governments Brexit shambles goes from bad to worse.