Latest monthly Business Barometer from Lloyds shows a rise in business confidence across the North West in July despite significant economic headwinds. Tony McDonough reports Businesses in the North West are reporting higher…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Mazarine, 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. Neptunia, a…

Liverpool City Council starts UK-wide search for development partner huge 55-acre site in the north of the city to create 500,000 sq ft of employment space and 220 new homes. Tony McDonough reports Senior councillors in Liverpool…

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

Prime Minister Andy Burnham new policy to put technical skills on a parity with degrees is music to the ears of industry and further education in Liverpool city region with local businesses praising the move. Tony McDonough reports …

Liverpool developer Legacie is behind countless major property schemes in the city and through its Bright Futures scheme has invested in more than 100 young people. Tony McDonough reports Liverpool-based property developer Legacie…

Liverpool law firm Weightmans sees fifth consecutive year of growth as annual revenues rise 12% to £162m with every employee to receive a bonus of thousands of pounds. Tony McDonough reports Liverpool law firm Weightmans is to reward…

Merseyside Vimto maker Nichols reports 4.7% rise in sales to £89.5m and surging profits in the first half of 2026 as it enters the health and wellness market. Tony McDonough reports Vimto maker Nichols is reporting a 31.6% surge in…

Too many residential landlords are yet to wake up to the ‘fundamental shift’ the new Renters’ Rights Act 2025 represents and could face nasty surprises if they don’t take expert advice, a Liverpool lawyer is warning. Tony McDonough reports…

Independent Street will bring its Artisan Market back to Southport this weekend. Andrew Brown reports Independent Street is set to return to the Southport Market Hall this Saturday (August 1), bringing an Artisan Market to both the…