One of Merseyside’s best-known cycle shops is to close its doors after more than 30 years and is offering big discounts on its remaining stock. Tony McDonough reports For more than 30 years Formby Cycles has been serving cyclists of…

Sciontec reveals timetable for £51.7m HEMISPHERE One laboratory and office space development in Liverpool’s Knowledge Quarter and unveils a new design. Tony McDonough reports Sciontec has unveiled a new design for its £51.7m…

At the global MIPIM property expo in Cannes Liverpool city region Mayor Steve Rotheram offers more details on the establishment of a new Mayoral Development Corporation that he says will inspire ‘dramatic renaissance’. Tony McDonough…

Merseyside Vimto maker Nichols sees annual pre-tax profits surge 21.5% to £29.2m amid strong performances in both UK and international markets. Tony McDonough reports Merseyside Vimto maker Nichols is reporting strong progress in…

Plans for 545 new Liverpool city region homes, a ‘vertical farm’ and office and leisure space have been blocked by the Secretary of State following a planning inquiry. Tony McDonough reports Plans for 545 new homes, a ‘vertical…

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

Developer backed by Home Bargains billionaire Tom Morris to build spectacular 70-storey skyscraper close to Liverpool waterfront as part of £1bn cluster of 10 residential towers. Tony McDonough reports A £1bn cluster of 10…

Consultation on the second phase of the £1bn Knowledge Quarter project in Liverpool begins with plans for around 538,000 sq ft of new development. Tony McDonough reports Liverpool City Council and the University of Liverpool have…

Liverpool city region Mayor Steve Rotherham launches £2bn investment fund to a global audience at the MIPIM expo in the South of France. Tony McDonough reports A new £2bn Liverpool city region investment fund will aim to accelerate…

With Wirral Council looking to ‘move forward at pace’ to create a new market in Birkenhead the current market site is set for demolition. Tony McDonough reports Wirral Council is looking to demolish the current Birkenhead Market…