More than 60 Wirral-based entrepreneurs have launched or scaled their businesses thanks to two fully funded specialist programmes delivering targeted support for the borough’s growing Creative, Digital and Tech (CDT) sector.

Hundreds of people have been helped into work in the last year thanks to a specialist service delivered across Wirral.

The announcement of £80 million investment into a state of the art new research facility in the borough has been welcomed by the Leader of Wirral Council.

A new programme of live events focused on supporting inclusive business growth across the Liverpool City Region will kick off in Wirral next week, giving local companies the opportunity to share ideas, collaborate and learn how to build inclusivity into the heart of their organisations.

A range of businesses in Birkenhead’s creative Argyle Quarter have been given a makeover thanks to a grant scheme for shop front improvements.

Wirral's Eureka! Science + Discovery is a finalist in two categories in the prestigious VisitEngland Awards for Excellence.

A jobs fair programme delivered by Wirral Council has seen more than 1,300 people looking for work given the opportunity to meet with employers and training providers.

A host of Wirral businesses, attractions and creatives have been awarded accolades, showcasing the huge amount of culture and creativity the borough has to offer to residents and visitors alike.

Wirral Council is one of just a handful of local authorities to be shortlisted in the Government’s New Development Corporation Competition.

Wirral’s Youth Market has seen another hugely successful event this time held at the covered outdoor area at Birkenhead Market.

Wirral is set to benefit from a further £2 million of UK Shared Prosperity Funding (UKSPF) as part of a transition year, following agreement by members at Wirral Council’s Economy, Regeneration and Housing Committee on 12th March.

For those looking to take their career in gaming and creative tech to the next level, Liverpool Game Dev Network is launching a new series of networking events – the Spotlight Series - to help local talent build connections across the Liverpool City Region, with the next one coming to Wirral on Wednesday 5th March.