CAR maker Jaguar Land Rover has been named Knowsley Business of the Year for the second consecutive year.
It secured the honour at the council’s Business and Regeneration Awards, at the Huyton Suite.
The event honoured innovation in business and positive contributions to the growth of the Knowsley economy and regeneration. Gearbox manufacturer Getrag Ford was named employer of the year, while Bob Taylor, Getrag Bari plant manager, was confirmed as business person of the year.
Two new awards were for knowledge economy and best housing scheme of the year, which were won by ColorMatrix Europe and Keepmoat Homes, respectively.
Other winners included Village Housing Association, in the regeneration category, for their Stockbridge Village scheme, which has improved the quality of accommodation provided in the area, and was delivered on time and to budget.
Kirkby-based Barclaycard picked up the corporate social responsibility award.
