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NALC joins forces with the Royal British Legion and LGA to champion Remembrance events

The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) has partnered with the Local Government Association (LGA) and the Royal British Legion (RBL) in a powerful show of support for Remembrance parades and services across the country later this year. In a jointly signed letter, the three organisations call on parish and town councils to continue their invaluable role in honouring the nation's heroes. The letter expresses heartfelt thanks to parish and town councils for their enduring partnerships with RBL and other Armed Forces charities, which help keep the spirit of Remembrance alive in communities of all sizes.

NALC Star Council Awards 2025

ChALC is pleased to announce that it will be supporting the National Associations of Local Councils (NALC) Star Council Awards this year to celebrate the hard work and dedication of the parish and town council sector. The Star Council awards are the only awards programme in England designed to acknowledge the impact of contribution of parish and town councils in their communities.
Entrants can apply for 6 award categories: -

• Council of the Year
• Councillor of the Year
• Young Councillor of the Year
• Climate Response of the Year
• County Association of the Year
• Clerk of the Year

The nomination period ends on 5th September 2025 and NALC will announce the winners at our parliamentary reception in the House of Lords on 24 February 2026.

Visit www.nalc.gov.uk/starcouncilawards for more information and how to submit.

Cheshire and Warrington Devolution

Devolution is about national government transferring powers and resources away from London and into regions. It's not about merging councils or taking decisions away from councils. Individual councils would retain most of their responsibilities and continue to provide services for local people. Devolution would give our area greater control over how we are governed and resourced. Working with the three local authority council leaders, a regional Mayor will aim to promote more strategic and joined-up planning. Over the coming months, engagement work will be carried out with residents, communities, businesses and partner organisations across Cheshire and Warrington. For information see https://www.cheshireandwarringtondevolution.com/get-involved