Communities in action
Our ambition is to empower local people to come together to take more responsibility for the things that affect their life and their community.
By bringing together everyone who plays an active part in communities - to take up new ideas and tackle known and arising issues - we aim to share decision making with residents, community organisations, volunteers, charities, businesses, town and parish councils and chartered trustees.
If you would like to participate in this way in your local community, the Communities teams in your area can provide advice and support on how to achieve this. We can provide information and connect you to existing groups in your area, as well as providing guidance on how to establish residents' associations, friends of groups or community groups. We can also signpost to external partners that provide further support to help empower people within your community to help your community be an even better place to call home.
Know your area
Find out more about facilities and services in your community including information about local councillors, town and parish councils and key statistics about where you live.
Community empowerment
Working with communities to give them a voice and get more involved in things that matter to them. This can be through community ownership of land and buildings and influencing decisions.
Funding opportunities
Supporting communities to identify and apply for funding streams to support local initiatives. This includes both internal and external funding opportunities.
Volunteering
Volunteering is a great way to improve your skills and connect with other people within your community. Find out how you can get involved and view current volunteering opportunities.
The Communities team is arranged across four areas
- Chester
- Ellesmere Port
- Northwich and Winsford
- Rural
Contact the team
If you would like to contact your Communities team, click/tap your location on the map and then select Contact the team.