Liverpool building firm Frank Rogers leads the way in addressing the chronic shortfall of women working in the construction sector and is backing the latest Women in Construction North West event. Tony McDonough reports Women in…

A new survey shows 88% of businesses in the North West expect the region to see economic growth in the next three years. Tony McDonough reports North West firms are confident about the region’s prospects for economic growth despite…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Vespertine, a cargo vessel coming from and returning to Ireland. Agent is CLdN Ro Ro. Melusine, a cargo vessel coming from and returning to Ireland. Agent is CLdN Ro Ro. Misje Vita, a…

Merseyrail can go ahead with proposals to expand matchday passenger capacity at Sandhills station after winning planning consent at the second attempt. Tony McDonough reports Merseyrail’s plan to alleviate passenger congestion on…

After months of sea trials the first Mersey Ferry to be built in 60 years, the £26m Royal Daffodil, embarks on her maiden voyage following a special naming ceremony with her first public cruise just days away. Tony McDonough reports …

Liverpool pharmacy chain RB Healthcare grows revenues to £16.5m and cuts losses despite ongoing issues with NHS funding which puts the entire pharmacy sector in England under significant pressure. Tony McDonough reports Liverpool…

Sefton Council unveils new images of £10m project to transform Southport’s Town Hall Gardens into a botanical garden and performance space. Tony McDonough reports New images show how Southport’s Town Hall Gardens will be transformed…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Melusine, a cargo vessel coming from and returning to Ireland. Agent is CLdN Ro Ro. Peregrine, a cargo vessel coming from and returning to Ireland. Agent is CLdN Ro Ro. Humbergracht,…

Wirral bakery giant Baker & Baker, which produces donuts, cookies and cakes and sells across Europe, reports losses more than doubling to £8.6m amid higher raw material costs, particulate chocolate. Tony McDonough reports Wirral…

Employment law, HR and health and safety practice AfterAthena appoints a new HR consultant in Liverpool Hannah Dines has been appointed HR consultant at the Liverpool office of employment law, HR and health and safety firm…