Steve Rotheram unveils plan to introduce bus-franchising and a London-style integrated transport network in Merseyside but admits 'significant investment' would be needed. Tony McDonough reports Bus deregulation could come to an end…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Star Bright, a bulk carrier carrying steel coils from the Republic of Korea. Agent is GP Shipping. Vos Pathfinder, a supply/support vessel in for a crew change. Agent is Denholm Port…

Construction giant is Everton's preferred contractor to build the 52,000-seat arena in Liverpool's docklands in time for the 2023/24 Premier League season. Tony McDonough reports Everton Football Club has appointed construction giant…

With the Liverpool city region visitor economy now worth almost £5bn annually, the DWP in the region is taking part a national campaign called HW2020. Tony McDonough reports Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) staff in Liverpool…

Success of the Merseyside-assembled Evoque and Discovery Sport have driven Jaguar Land Rover's recovery and the plummeting Chinese sales will be a major blow. Tony McDonough reports Sales of Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) cars in China have…

Awake is being launched in March by former MMA fighter by local entrepreneur Mark Scanlon and yoga and meditation veteran Dianne Atherton. Tony McDonough reports A new wellbeing centre opening in Liverpool will offer classes in…

Wirral Council's cabinet to be asked to approve a business plan to be delivered by Wirral Growth Company, a 50:50 partnership between Wirral Council and Muse Developments. Tony McDonough reports Senior councillors in Wirral are being…

Staff at city centre based-Morecrofts raise money for charity through a variety of events and activities throughout the year an is inviting applications this week. Tony McDonough reports Leading Liverpool law firm Morecrofts is…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Vos Inspirer, a supply/support vessel in for a crew change. Agent is Denholm Port Services. Atlantic Sun, a container vessel coming from Belgium and sailing on to Canada. Agent is…

Mayor of Knowsley Jackie Harris visited the Prescot business, now part of Glen Dimplex Home Appliances, to mark the 100 years since it was founded Leading Merseyside-based cooking appliance brand Stoves celebrated its centenary with…