"Hosting the Eurovision Song Contest is a significant coup for Liverpool."

"Strong visitor growth and diverse, multi-faceted appeal will ensure continued high demand for hotel space."

"Despite the demand for houses in the private rental market, only 10 per cent of homes in the BTR pipeline are houses."

"The appetite for eating out remains strong in the North West."

"The region's rebrand has been a huge global success – but can it deliver what it promises?"