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Cheshire East seek new legal boss amid growing agency fees

Cheshire East seek new legal boss amid growing agency fees

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council is interviewing for a permanent top legal boss – nearly two years after the last one left.

The cash-strapped council is currently paying out a whopping £1,121 a day, which includes agency fees, for interim monitoring officer Kevin O’Keefe.

June 23, 2026
What Cheshire business owners should know before buying or selling a company

What Cheshire business owners should know before buying or selling a company

Buying or selling a business is a major decision that involves more than agreeing a price.

Legal structure, due diligence, warranties, and post-completion risk all influence the outcome.

March 17, 2026
Cheshire East Council without top legal boss for more than a year

Cheshire East Council without top legal boss for more than a year

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council is still without a permanent top legal boss more than a year after the previous one left.

The council has made a number of attempts to recruit a permanent monitoring officer since David Brown left in September 2024.

October 8, 2025
Guidance for navigating complex legal matters

Guidance for navigating complex legal matters

Understanding the intricacies of legal issues can be challenging, especially when dealing with sensitive cases.

This guide highlights the importance of seeking professional advice to ensure your rights are protected and to navigate the legal landscape effectively.

August 20, 2025
Willaston councillors fight off attempt to grab fields near allotment site

Willaston councillors fight off attempt to grab fields near allotment site

Willaston councillors say they have fought off a challenge to take over fields bordering their allotment site off Crewe Road.

It’s believed the challenge was related to a housing developer’s plan to build 220 houses, although this has not been confirmed.

June 5, 2025
How bad is illegal streaming on Amazon Firesticks becoming in UK?

How bad is illegal streaming on Amazon Firesticks becoming in UK?

Amazon has seen a significant increase in popularity of their Firesticks, but not always to be used for the correct, or legal, reasons.

The Amazon firestick has really taken the entertainment industry by storm as it has begun replacing TV boxes that we once used to use to watch TV channels such as BBC, ITV, etc.

November 28, 2024
Essential advice for dealing with family conflicts and disputes

Essential advice for dealing with family conflicts and disputes

Family conflicts and disputes can quickly become overwhelming, leading to stress and emotional strain for everyone involved.

The tension can affect daily interactions, create long-standing divisions, and unsettle home life.

November 28, 2024
Common mistakes to avoid when transferring equity

Common mistakes to avoid when transferring equity

Transferring equity might seem like a straightforward process, but it comes with its fair share of potential pitfalls.

Whether you’re adding a partner to your property or transferring ownership after a divorce, there are several traps that can lead to complications.

October 9, 2024
Legal chief quits cash-strapped Cheshire East Council

Legal chief quits cash-strapped Cheshire East Council

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cash-strapped Cheshire East Council is having to cough up tens of thousands of pounds to recruitment agencies and interim staff because it is haemorrhaging top bosses.

The latest to leave is monitoring officer David Brown, who was the council’s longest serving legal chief having been at the authority for nearly four years.

September 18, 2024
Hibberts in Nantwich appoints new head of commercial and corporate law

Hibberts in Nantwich appoints new head of commercial and corporate law

Hibberts LLP Solicitors in Nantwich has appointed Mark Tromans as new Head of Commercial and Corporate Law.

Mark started in the role in January and will lead the team who deal with commercial contracts, company law, commercial terms and conditions, acquisitions, mergers and disposals.

February 1, 2024
Nantwich law firm Bowcock Cuerden appointed to NFU panel

Nantwich law firm Bowcock Cuerden appointed to NFU panel

A Nantwich agricultural law firm has again been re-appointed to the National Farmers Union’s Legal Panel.

Bowcock Cuerden LLP took part in a review by the NFU and were praised for commitment to NFU members and the quality and breadth of service provided.

October 29, 2022
Ethon Varian puts South Shields keeper Myles Boney under pressure

Legal challenge to FA’s decision to null and void NPL season fails

A legal challenge to a decision to end the Northern Premier League season early, which meant Nantwich Town missing out on possible promotion, has failed.

The challenge was put together by South Shields FC, who were top of the NPL by 12 points when the FA ratified a decision to null and void the 2019-20 season below the National League (step 3 to 7).

June 10, 2020
Beechmere aftermath

Legal agreement reached to fund Beechmere blaze victims

Victims of the Beechmere care home blaze in Crewe are to benefit from funds raised by the public after a legal agreement was reached.

December 14, 2019