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flag Cheshire and Warrington gain new local authority with £650M funding to boost growth, jobs, and infrastructure.

flag The Cheshire and Warrington Combined Authority has been officially established, transferring powers in transport, skills, and investment from Westminster to local leaders. flag Approved by Minister Miatta Fahnbulleh, the authority will manage a £650 million 30-year funding package and hold its first meeting in April 2026. flag Council leaders from Cheshire East, Cheshire West and Chester, and Warrington will govern until a mayor is elected in May 2027. flag The move aims to boost economic growth, improve jobs, skills training, rural development, and infrastructure. flag Nick Walkley, former Homes England chief, is interim CEO, and a 20-year economic strategy is underway.

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