Liverpool scrap firm S Norton reports hefty annual losses of £17m amid ‘challenging’ trading conditions across its global markets. Tony McDonough reports Scrap firm S Norton says it remains “cautiously” optimistic about its future…

Liverpool city region timber merchant Edmund A Stephens sees annual pre-tax profits fall despite a rise in sales to almost £19m. Tony McDonough reports Timber merchant Edmund A Stephens (EAS) is reporting a rise in annual sales to…

Merseyrail can go ahead with proposals to expand matchday passenger capacity at Sandhills station after winning planning consent at the second attempt. Tony McDonough reports Merseyrail’s plan to alleviate passenger congestion on…

After months of sea trials the first Mersey Ferry to be built in 60 years, the £26m Royal Daffodil, embarks on her maiden voyage following a special naming ceremony with her first public cruise just days away. Tony McDonough reports …

Liverpool pharmacy chain RB Healthcare grows revenues to £16.5m and cuts losses despite ongoing issues with NHS funding which puts the entire pharmacy sector in England under significant pressure. Tony McDonough reports Liverpool…

Sefton Council unveils new images of £10m project to transform Southport’s Town Hall Gardens into a botanical garden and performance space. Tony McDonough reports New images show how Southport’s Town Hall Gardens will be transformed…

Wirral bakery giant Baker & Baker, which produces donuts, cookies and cakes and sells across Europe, reports losses more than doubling to £8.6m amid higher raw material costs, particulate chocolate. Tony McDonough reports Wirral…

Owner of the giant Stanlow oil refinery on the Mersey Estuary, EET Fuels, reports an 18% rise in revenues to £9bn and a return to profit after processing 75.25m barrels of crude oil. Tony McDonough reports Stanlow oil refinery owner…

‘Leaves on the line’ is an annual autumn challenge for UK rail operators and Merseyrail is announcing autumn changes to its timetable to tackle the problem. Tony McDonough reports Merseyrail is announcing what it calls minor…

In March it was revealed the iconic five-star Chester Grosvenor Hotel would close due to structural issues but now owners Grosvenor say it will reopen after refurbishment - but hundreds of people will still lose their jobs. Tony McDonough…