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.

Following local government re-organisation on 1st April 2009, the former Cheshire County Council and the six district councills have been replaced by two new local authorities.

Cheshire West and Chester Council - comprising the former district councilsof Chester City, Ellesmere Port & Neston and Vale Royal.

Cheshire East Council - comprising the former district councils of Macclesfield, Congleton and Crewe & Nantwich.

The Cheshire and Warrington sub region comprises of these two new unitary authorities plus the existing unitary authority of Warrington 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.