Cheshire News May 12th 2010

Cheshire MP Confirmed as Chancellor

As David Cameron begins his first day as Prime Minister,  some appointments to his new coalition cabinet have been confirmed.

 Tatton MP George Osbourne is the new Chancellor.

The Cheshire politician will have the task of tackling Britain’s economic deficit alongside Vince Cable of the Liberal Democrats.

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Olympics  Chief  Vists  Cheshire

The impact of the 2012 Olympic Games on local businesses and communities in Cheshire has been outlined.

It comes as the head of the organisation responsible for staging the games tours our region.

During his visit to Nantwich, Paul Deighton applauded the way in which the region is engaging with the 2012 Games, and stated there were opportunities for tourism and business.

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New Mayor Calls for Soldier Support

Cheshire East’s new mayor is asking people to show support for their soldiers in Afghanistan.

Councillor Gordon Baxendale wants people to buy Cheshire regiment wristbands to raise money for the troops and their families.

The 1st Battalion Mercian Regiment (Cheshire) has just deployed to Task Force Headquarters in Helmand Province for a six month tour of  duty.

The wristbands are available at Cheshire East Council’s leisure centres and libraries.