The UK is facing the worst of all outcomes from COVID-19 – a health crisis and an economic crash. Its time for the government to change gear and get us all back into the workplace according to DIB boss Frank McKenna.
You can say what you want about Frank Mckenna – and he’ll be happy to let you say it. The Downtown boss on why the ‘Cancel Culture’ is a danger to democracy.
If we rip up trade agreements on the basis of human rights breaches and aggression towards other nations, it is not only China that would have to be on a list of blacklisted countries. Frank McKenna on why walking away from the Chinese is a daft idea.
Frank McKenna reflects on another positive statement from Rishi Sunak, but warns the Chancellor that it is all about delivery now – and he needs local government to help him.
The reports of the death of cities are greatly exaggerated says Frank McKenna. Only a return to city life will see a quick bounce back for the UK economy, according to the Downtown boss.
Welcome though the re-opening of pubs is, Frank McKenna urges government, teachers and councils to prioritise a plan to get our kids back to school. The education lockdown has gone on too long and is damaging the life chances of a generation of children.
This week Downtown in Business unveiled its Manifesto for economic Recovery. In his latest blog, Frank McKenna explains why the government needs to think big and be bold if we are to avoid a return to the Eighties – with a nod in the direction (and an apology) to the late, great David Bowie.
This week Frank McKenna reflects on Keir Starmer’s impressive start to life as Labour leader – but warns that he and the party have a long way to go before winning back the support they need to form a government.
Frank McKenna warns decision makers that a rush to drive motorists out of their vehicles needs to be accompanied by more than an offer of bikes and buses as cities start to draw up their all-important Recovery Plans.
In his latest blog Downtown boss Frank McKenna expresses his concerns about where politics in the UK is heading as he reflects on the Dominic Cummings fiasco.
In his latest blog, Frank McKenna warns Boris Johnson that he must find a new way of operating if he is to maintain his position in 10 Downing Street.
This week DIB boss Frank McKenna calls on a more robust ‘return to work’ plan from government, as he spells out the dangers of a long-term lockdown.
