In the 1990s American writer Bill Bryson pondered whether Liverpool was holding a ‘festival of litter’ - and a new study shows the situation has not improved. Tony McDonough reports Levels of litter and graffiti in Liverpool are…

Leading Liverpool chef Dave Critchley is teaming up with GSG Hospitality for the new dining concept opening at The Plaza in Liverpool. Tony McDonough reports Lu Ban executive chef Dave Critchley is to play a key role in a new dining…

Property, construction and maintenance consultancy Momentum Group has appointed a new board director at its Liverpool-based business Liverpool-based Momentum Group has appointed Sarah Carron to its property management division as a…

A much-loved independent Merseyside bookshop has reopened its doors for the first time in more than two years. Andrew Brown reports One of Southport’s hidden retail gems is now reopened after being closed for more than two years.…

Tech entrepreneurs in Liverpool city region can apply to join a Silicon Valley start-up accelerator programme - but you only have two days to do it. Tony McDonough reports A new business support programme for tech start-ups run out…

Businesses from across Liverpool city region are being invited to battle it out for the chance to be crowned Liverpool dragon boat champions 2022 Corporate teams are being invited to enter the races at the Dragon Boat festival…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Amelie Borchard, a container vessel coming from and returning to Israel. Agent is Borchard Lines. Aura M, a tanker carrying crude oil from the US. Agent is Cory Brothers Shipping. …

Organisers of the Merseyside Women of the Year awards have secured the services Cherie Blair to open the event. Tony McDonough reports Cherie Blair will open the 2022 Merseyside Women of the Year (MWOTY) awards ceremony taking place…

LCR ventures was launched in 2020 to support Liverpool city region start-up businesses - now it has a new name and an extra £3.2m. Tony McDonough reports A £10.5m project to support start-ups and innovators in the Liverpool city…

In a new programme, Liverpool John Moores University’s executive leadership team will meet regularly with leading black and Asian figures in Merseyside. Tony McDonough reports Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) today launches a…