A Liverpool studio’s aim to be one of the UK’s greenest has been rewarded with a prestigious rating from the UK film industry. The Depot, which has hosted numerous award-nominated TV productions, has been named as a ‘Very Good’ BAFTA Albert sustainable studio. The new accolade makes The Depot one of the leading net zero studios of its kind in the country in delivering its carbon-cutting commitments. Owned by Liverpool City Council and managed by the Film Office, The Depot […]
By Lisa Owen, Head of Business Tourism, Liverpool Convention Bureau Earlier this month I had the pleasure of attending The Business of Events (TBOE): Global Policy Forum in London – and I came away energised, optimistic and more than a little fired up! There’s a real buzz building in our sector right now. After years of working hard for greater national recognition, business events are firmly front and centre, with a refreshed outlook and clear strategy. For those of us […]
SunExpress, a joint venture of Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines, have launched a new route from Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) to Antalya for Summer 2025, offering passengers the opportunity to fly direct from LJLA to Antalya three times a week, with all flights operated by Boeing 737 aircraft. Return fares start from just £189.99*, offering travellers an affordable and convenient way to experience the stunning Turkish Riviera. Paul Winfield, Director of Aviation for LJLA commented: “The introduction of SunExpress flights […]
Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram has welcomed Government plans to slash red tape for the hospitality sector in a boost for the city region’s vital visitor economy. Tourism is worth over £6bn a year to the city region economy, with 73,000 people employed in the visitor economy, in nearly 6,000 businesses. Plans include a landmark pilot that could see more alfresco dining and later opening hours in London, as the Mayor of London is granted new “call in” powers […]
Dan Acher’s captivating art installation, Borealis, recently concluded its highly successful installation at Liverpool’s iconic Royal Albert Dock, drawing in record-breaking crowds with over 106K visitors recorded at the dock between 6-11pm across the 10 days. The globally acclaimed art-installation, which gives the illusion of the magical Northern Lights, has left a lasting impression on the city and its visitors, with the footfall figures highlighting Liverpool’s status as a vibrant cultural hub. Borealis transformed the historic Hartley Quay into a […]
Liverpool and Dublin have begun the process of reinvigorating their twinning agreement. A sister city arrangement was signed back in 1997 as a mark of the long and shared history between the two. Now, the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Emma Blain, has visited Liverpool to meet with her counterpart Cllr Richard Kemp, Council Leader, Cllr Liam Robinson, and Mayor of the Liverpool City Region, Steve Rotheram. They have discussed mutually beneficial ways in which the two cities can work together […]
Liverpool is rolling out the red carpet for film fans worldwide as Liverpool Film Office marks its 35th anniversary with a breathtaking new showreel, celebrating the region’s starring role on screen. Produced by award-winning Liverpool-based LA Productions and curated by renowned creative director Chris Bernard – whose debut film ‘Letter to Brezhnev’ premiered the same year the Film Office was founded – the showreel captures the magic of Liverpool City Region on film over the past 35 years in just […]
Thousands of fans from across the UK are set to flock to Liverpool this May as netball returns to the city with the North West’s top players taking to the court at the M&S Bank Arena. Here’s what to expect and how to get tickets. In one of the biggest events in the netballing year Manchester Thunder will meet Birmingham Panthers at 6.30pm in Liverpool’s M&S Bank Arena on Sunday, May 18th and battle it out in a bid to […]
Club Liverpool, the influential ambassador network dedicated to bringing world-class conferences and events to the Liverpool City Region, is celebrating its 10th anniversary, having generated over £100 million for the Liverpool City Region economy. Since its inception a decade ago, the initiative, a partnership between the Liverpool Convention Bureau and ACC Liverpool, has successfully attracted more than 100 prestigious conferences and events, bringing 56,000 delegates to the region and showcasing Liverpool’s strengths on a global stage. Club Liverpool’s powerful network […]
Liverpool City Council is calling on businesses across the city to have their say on a bold new vision for economic growth. The draft Inclusive Economic Growth Strategy: Liverpool 2040 is now open for consultation, offering businesses, voluntary and community organisations, and residents a unique opportunity to influence the city’s economic future. Co-designed with key partners and stakeholders, the strategy aims to create a more inclusive, resilient, and prosperous Liverpool by 2040. The Council is now seeking feedback to ensure […]