Bolton-based online technology retailer AO World is to create 650 jobs as part of a recruitment drive after the coronavirus pandemic accelerated digital sales.

Bolton-based company AO to create 650 new jobs

The Government has been urged to back a 30-year investment plan for infrastructure projects in the north of England.

Ministers urged to back £5 billion Northern infrastructure plans

Extra support is needed in areas of the country affected by additional lockdown restrictions, business leaders from Lancashire have said, in a virtual meeting with the shadow chancellor.

More support urged for East Lancashire businesses hit by local lockdowns

A government fund will create over 11,000 jobs and build 1,000 new homes in Greater Manchester, according to officials in the region.

£54 million government fund to support Greater Manchester building projects

Wedding suppliers in the North West say they've been devastated by the pandemic and some are worried they might not survive this summer's wedding season.

North West wedding suppliers worried they won't survive summer season

The charity sector was hit hard during lockdown but now with shops reopening things are looking up.

Mel Barham: Charity shops bounce back after lockdown

Shops and shopping centres in the region are beginning to prepare for reopening as lockdown begins to ease

As lockdown eases shops in the region prepare to reopen

Production has now restarted after manufacturing was paused, due to the pandemic.

Halewood staff back at work after lockdown

A worker at JD Sports has spoken out about his concerns that ‘lives are being put at risk’ by the company’s warehouse staying open. 

Blind JD Sports warehouse worker speaks out over coronavirus concerns

The Southport branch of Debenhams is closing its doors, one of 22 the department store giant is closing in January.

Southport Debenhams closing its doors

The twice-delayed £38m Isle of Man ferry terminal was visited by Manx Chief Minister, Howard Quayle MHK.

Ground-breaking ceremony for £38 million Isle of Man ferry terminal in Liverpool

The residents of Hoole near Chester say their high street is thriving

Hoole high street is bucking the national trend

The new office will create more than 600 jobs in the Northern Quarter. 

Amazon opens new corporate office in Manchester

Almost 15% of shops in the North West are empty according to figures gathered by ITV News.

4600 empty shops in North West, according to new figures

Manchester's Christmas Markets return for the 20th year. 

Granada Business