Liverpool City Region Combined Authority publishes full rundown on how buses, trains and Mersey Tunnels will operate over the Christmas period. Tony McDonough reports Full details of how public transport and the Mersey tunnels will…

In July 2026 Liverpool corporate lawyer Paul Abrams told LBN investors were defying a tough economy by continuing to support hospitality - but he fears the latest Budget could have a chilling effect on the sector. Tony McDonough reports…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Mazarine, a cargo vessel coming from and returning to Ireland. Agent is CLdN Ro Ro. CEG Galaxy, a cargo vessel carrying logs from Ireland. Agent is NW Trading (Logistics). Atlantic…

Liverpool-based national leisure operator Big Fang Collective issues bullish update on continued expansion despite reporting annual pre-tax losses of £1.4m. Tony McDonough reports Liverpool leisure operator Big Fang Collective says…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Vespertine, a cargo vessel coming from and returning to Ireland. Agent is CLdN Ro Ro. Seascout, a tanker coming from the US. Agent is GAC Services (UK). Bahamas L, a bulk carrier…

KFC opens two new outlets in Liverpool city region, creating 58 new jobs, as part of a £1.5bn UK and Ireland expansion drive. Tony McDonough reports Fast food giant KFC has opened two new Merseyside outlets, one in Crosby and one in…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Mazarine, a cargo vessel coming from and returning to Ireland. Agent is CLdN Ro Ro. Palatine, a cargo vessel coming from and returning to Ireland. Agent is CLdN Ro Ro. Snaefell River,…

Popular Japanese-themed restaurant Sapporo has offered ‘fire, flavour and theatre’ to Liverpool diners for 22 years and now the venue says it is raising its digital game. Tony McDonough reports Liverpool restaurant Sapporo has…

Since August Merseyrail passengers have been able to ‘tap and go’ using MetroCards - now the next phase allowing passengers to use their bank cards and mobile devices is about to begin. Tony McDonough reports Passengers on…

Five Liverpool city region housing projects comprising 113 new homes in line to secure £2.8m from Brownfield Land Fund. Tony McDonough reports Liverpool city region’s Brownfield Land Fund is set to inject £2.8m to unlock five…