CCA calls for locally distinctive rural policies in new Cheshire West Local Plan
Cheshire Community Action has submitted its response to Cheshire West and Chester Council’s consultation on the scope of its new Local Plan.
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Join our team as a Hospital Community Pathfinder
Cheshire Community Action is looking for a practical, compassionate person to help patients make a safe and supported move home from hospital.
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Community-led hospital discharge service delivers big results – secures long-term future
Cheshire Community Action (CCA) has been awarded a £307,000 contract for 2.5 years, to continue delivering the successful Community Home First service across Cheshire West and Chester.
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JOB VACANCY: Office Administrator (Finance & Communications Support)
We’re looking for an organised, enthusiastic and proactive person to join our team in a varied role combining office administration, finance support, communications and marketing.
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New national planning rules: what town and parish councils need to know
The Government published a new National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) on 17 August 2026. It changes how planning applications are considered and how future Local and Neighbourhood Plans must be prepared.
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Cheshire East’s new Local Plan: making sure growth strengthens communities
Our response to the new Chester East local plan consultation highlights the opportunities for new developments and recognises the need for more affordable housing. However, we also advise caution and stress that the council must not forget local communities, and we encourage them to adopt a place-based, infrastructure-led approach.
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CWaC Local Plan and Neighbourhood Planning update: what communities need to know
Cheshire West and Chester Council has provided an important update on its new Local Plan and neighbourhood planning for parish and town councils, Neighbourhood Plan groups and local communities.
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Village Halls across Cheshire celebrate
Village halls across Cheshire opened their doors in March as part of Village Halls Week 2026. A nationwide celebration, highlighting the enormous positive impact that community buildings have on rural life.
The seven-day celebration unites local communities across Cheshire and beyond, bringing residents together for a week of socialising, fundraising, and raising awareness of the vital role village halls play.
Community Home First: Report 2025
2025 was a busy year for our Community Home First team. As demand for safe, supported NHS hospital discharge continued to rise across Cheshire, our teams at Mid‑Cheshire Hospital (MCH) and the Countess of Chester Hospital (COCH) stepped up to deliver compassionate, person‑centred support when people needed it most. We’re proud to share this report that shows the impact our partnership has had, helping more people return home safely—and stay well.
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Bumper crop of awards for Ellesmere Port growers
Ellesmere Port Community Growing Network members scooped four amazing ‘Level 5- Outstanding’ awards at the RHS North West In Bloom Awards in Bolton. The awards recognise the difference groups can make in their local environment.
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