The Cheshire & Warrington Sub Region

Cheshire and Warrington is one of the five Sub Regions that make up England's Northwest. The other four are Cumbria, Lancashire, Merseyside and Greater Manchester. Many public sector organisations operate around this regional and sub regional structure including the Learning and Skills Council, Business Link, Jobcentre Plus, Connexions and the tourist boards.

The Cheshire and Warrington Sub Region is made up of Cheshire County Council and the Unitary Authority of Warrington Borough Council. Cheshire County is sub divided into the district authorities of Chester City Council, Congleton Borough Council, Crewe & Nantwich Borough Council, Ellesmere Port and Neston Borough Council, Macclesfield Borough Council and Vale Royal Borough Council.

Cheshire and Warrington has a vibrant economy with successful businesses operating in chemicals, pharmaceuticals, automotive, financial services, manufacturing, professional services and creative industries.

Substantial and rapid economic growth has occurred around Warrington, Chester and Crewe. Businesses also benefit substantially from the areas proximity to Manchester and Liverpool and two major international airports.