A new survey reveals a fall in confidence among businesses across the North West during July although firms say they are keen to keep investing. Tony McDonough reports Business confidence in the North West fell 10 points during July…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Atlantic Sun, a container vessel coming from Canada and sailing on to Germany. Agent is Atlantic Container Line AB. Victorine, a cargo vessel coming from and returning to Ireland.…

Pride in Liverpool saw its highest attendance ever for both the march and the free festival at the Pier Head, organisers reveal. Tony McDonough reports Pride in Liverpool organisers say more than 60,000 people attended the free…

Councillors in Liverpool give green light to city centre scheme by Home Bargains billionaire Tom Morris to create 250 student apartments in the city centre. Tony McDonough reports Home Bargains tycoon Tom Morris will push on with…

Liverpool City Council launches marketing campaign after securing £1.59m of Government cash to support local businesses and entrepreneurs. Tony McDonough reports Liverpool City Council has secured £1.59m from the Government to…

Young Liverpool city region entrepreneurs Craig Reeves and Rory McLellan open third coffee shop on the Merseyrail network. Tony McDonough reports Entrepreneurs Craig Reeves and Rory McLellan have opened their third coffee outlet on…

Retail and leisure complex Liverpool ONE offers grants of £500  to sports clubs and team across the city region Sports clubs and teams across the Liverpool City Region will have the chance to win a grant to help fund essential…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Silver Spirit, a cruise vessel. Agent is Denholm Port Services. Karilin, a cargo vessel carrying urea from Russia. Agent is NW Trading (Logistics). Wec Mondriaan, a container…

Latest report from B8 Real Estate reveals North West industrial transactions hit £538m in the first half of 2024 - 7% below the five-year average - but forecasts a stronger second half. Tony McDonough reports Growing demand for ‘big…

Liverpool hotels group Centre Island Hotels, owner of the Crowne Plaza, secures £36m loan facility after auditors warned in 2023 of a ‘material uncertainty’ about the future of the business. Tony McDonough reports Centre Island…