Below is a summary of one of Cheshire East’s committee meetings, showing the range of services and responsibilities the Council looks after.

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Cheshire East Cabinet Meeting – One-page Summary – 2 July 2026

The Cabinet met on 2 July 2026 at Delamere House, Crewe, under the chairmanship of Councillor Nick Mannion. Key discussions focused on the Council’s financial position, future budget planning, waste management, asset strategy, and disposal of council-owned land.

Key Updates

The Leader outlined the Council’s new**“One Council” communication and engagement approach**, intended to improve how the authority communicates with residents and involves them in decision-making. Cabinet also launched Community Voices, a resident engagement programme enabling participation in consultations, surveys and community assemblies on issues including budgets, waste services and the Local Plan.

Financial Position and Budget Planning

Cabinet considered the Council’s Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) for 2027/28–2031/32. Members noted a projected funding gap of £15.271 million for 2027/28, highlighting the continuing need for savings, transformation activity and strong financial management to reduce reliance on Exceptional Financial Support (EFS). Cabinet approved the proposed budget-planning assumptions and timetable and endorsed resident engagement on the budget from August 2026.

2025/26 Final Outturn

Cabinet reviewed the Council’s year-end financial performance. The Council recorded an overspend of £18.51 million against a net revenue budget of £422.175 million. While overspending remains a challenge, Members noted a positive improvement, with the amount of EFS required reducing from £25.261 million to £18.51 million, reflecting improved financial management. Concerns remain around SEND costs, children’s placements, transformation delivery and the Dedicated Schools Grant deficit. Cabinet approved various budget and capital adjustments and recommended some larger allocations to Council for approval.

Waste Strategy and Disposal Contract

Cabinet agreed to begin work on a revised Waste Strategy to 2035 and to procure a new residual waste disposal contract. This follows changes in national recycling policy and legislation and aims to ensure a cost-effective, resilient and sustainable waste disposal solution when the current contract ends. Authority was delegated to officers to progress procurement and undertake waste composition analysis and consultation.

Asset Management Strategy 2026–27

Members endorsed the new Asset Management Strategy, supporting a corporate landlord model to improve how the Council manages its property portfolio. The strategy is intended to support transformation, improve efficiency, rationalise assets and identify opportunities for co-location and disposal where appropriate.

Adlington Business Park Land Disposal

Cabinet approved the proposed disposal of land adjacent to Adlington Business Park following a competitive marketing exercise. Members noted that the sale would generate a significant capital receipt and support employment development consistent with the Local Plan. Questions were raised regarding future access arrangements from the Poynton Relief Road, with officers confirming that detailed access proposals would be determined through the planning process.

Other Business

• No declarations of interest were made.
• No public speakers attended.
• Minutes of the previous meeting (4 June 2026) were approved.

Agenda for Cabinet on Thursday, 2nd July, 2026, 10.30 am | Cheshire East Council