Source: Stand Up For Southport Sefton Council Leader, Cllr Marion Atkinson has described the Southport’s Marine Lake Events Centre development as a ‘flagship project’ that is part of a wider regeneration programme for the town. The £73 million Marine Lake Events Centre (MLEC), the main element of the Southport Town Deal regeneration scheme, will replace the former Southport Theatre and Convention Centre with a modern state-of-the-art facility. Once complete, it is estimated to secure over £19 million to the local […]
PICTURE THIS: EVERY MAJOR EVENT IN LIVERPOOL CITY REGION – INCLUDING YOURS – ALL IN ONE PLACE. Introducing the Liverpool City Region Events Calendar, Your Go-To Tool for Smarter Planning and Bigger Impact. A brand-new digital events calendar is now live, built exclusively for the visitor economy community across Liverpool City Region. This essential tool is designed to showcase the breadth of events happening across the region, helping organisations like you to plan better, collaborate smarter and maximise business opportunities. […]
From 28 September – 01 October the Labour Party Annual Conference 2025 will take place at ACC Liverpool, with 20,000 delegates expected to attend. To support our visitor economy partners, we’ve created a ‘Welcome Toolkit’ with ready-to-use digital assets for social media, websites, and digital displays. We will also be profiling special offers for Labour Party delegates on the VisitLiverpool app. Please submit your special offer for consideration HERE. Download the toolkit HERE today!
An unmissable Christmas tradition for tens of thousands of families, Light Before Christmas makes its triumphant return to Liverpool Cathedral for its fourth spellbinding year. From 28th November to 6th December, witness the magic come to life through a brand-new theme and completely new series of projection artworks: The Gift – a celebration of warmth, wonder and the joy of togetherness. Following years of sold-out success, this beloved family tradition is set to shine brighter than ever before, illuminating one […]
Join this interactive webinar hosted by the Business Support Service at Liverpool City Council in collaboration with colleagues from the Corporate Procurement Unit. Monday 22nd September, 10-11am In 2025, LCC are developing a new Sustainable Procurement Strategy and is keen to engage with local SMEs to hear views on how we can support SMEs and local businesses throughout the procurement process. The Sustainable Procurement Strategy outlines Liverpool City Council’s (LCC) commitment to delivering efficient, effective, and ethical procurement practices that […]
Hospitality Apprenticeship Week 2025 is set to shine a national spotlight on the people powering the UK’s vibrant hospitality sector and businesses across the Liverpool City Region are being encouraged to take part. Running from Monday 29 September to Sunday 5 October, this year’s campaign is themed “Powered by People”, celebrating the individuals, skills and ambitions that are driving the industry forward. From chefs and front-of-house staff to event planners and future leaders, apprenticeships are transforming careers and strengthening businesses across the […]
Get ready to celebrate the heartbeat of creativity across the Liverpool City Region as the Culture and Creativity Awards return in 2026 with FOUR brand-new categories shining a spotlight on even more of the incredible talent shaping our cultural landscape! New for 2026: Live Event of the Year – honouring unforgettable moments that brought people together. Excellence in Film & TV – celebrating screen magic made right here in the region. Creative/Media Individual of the Year – recognising trailblazing talent. Creative/Media Organisation of […]
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) has been crowned Airport of the Year at the Aviation Industry Awards UK 2025, surpassing London Heathrow. It was LJLA’s first time entering the awards, held at Park Plaza London Riverbank, where it was also shortlisted for the Airport Achievement Award. The awards honour excellence across the UK aviation sector, with the Airport of the Year category recognising outstanding airport management, operational efficiency, passenger experience, and infrastructure development. Eligible to all UK licensed aerodromes, the […]
Liverpool is in the running to be crowned European Capital of Innovation 2026 after reaching the semi-final stage of the prestigious competition. The city has been shortlisted in the 2026 European Capital of Innovation Awards (iCapital), alongside five cities from across Europe – Alicante, Grenoble, Riga, Rotterdam and The Hague – following a rigorous assessment process by two panels of independent experts. This news comes amidst The British Science Festival, which is one of Europe’s longest-running science festivals, being hosted […]
Liverpool Tourist Information Centre is pleased to announce that it has been recognised in Tripadvisor’s® Travellers’ Choice® Awards for 2025. Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Award winners are among the top 10% of listings around the world on Tripadvisor. As the world’s largest travel guidance platform, Tripadvisor has unparalleled authority with travellers and diners. This award is based on genuine feedback from anyone in the community who has visited and left an authentic, first-hand review on Tripadvisor over a 12-month period, making […]