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The shortlist has been revealed for the 2026 Merseyside Independent Business Awards (MIB Awards), shining a spotlight on the businesses, entrepreneurs and organisations helping Liverpool City Region thrive.

Morecrofts Solicitors hosted its 10th annual Domestic Abuse Conference on Thursday July 9, bringing together 130 professionals from across the legal, policing, housing, charity and support sectors to share knowledge and strengthen the response to domestic abuse.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to announce an extra bank holiday on Friday 24th July if England win the World Cup final on Sunday 19th July. While there is currently no confirmed plan for an extra bank holiday, employers may wish to consider the potential implications now rather than waiting for a last-minute announcement.

From 6th July, domestic abuse 999 calls in Merseyside will be handled differently – with specialist support embedded directly at the point of contact.

The Government is asking for public views on how the law works for couples who live together but are not married if they separate. This is part of a consultation called A Fairer End to Relationships, which is open online until mid-August.

Research over a number of years consistently shows that incidents of domestic abuse increase during major football tournaments involving England, whether our national team win or lose.

The Government has decided to remove the time limit for people making claims about childhood sexual abuse. This means victims can ask for compensation whenever they are ready, without worrying about being too late.

Entries are now open for the Merseyside Independent Business Awards (MIB Awards) 2026, celebrating the impact of independent businesses across the Liverpool City Region.