“Millions of people across the country and the Commonwealth are invited to celebrate the Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort over a weekend of special events.”

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/coronation-weekend-celebrations-that-will-bring-communities-together-announced?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=3d76df38-dad4-4575-ba3c-56e43afa9cc7&utm_content=daily

Saturday 6th May 2023

The Coronation Service at Westminster Abbey

Sunday 7th May 2023

The Coronation Concert at Windsor Castle

The Coronation Big Lunch  

Monday 8th May 2023 

The Big Help Out

Announcement from Buckingham Palace (21 January 2023):https://www.royal.uk/coronation-weekend-plans-announced 

“Buckingham Palace is pleased to announce further details on the ceremonial, celebratory and community events that will take place over the Coronation Weekend between Saturday 6th and Monday 8th May 2023.

The Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort will take place at Westminster Abbey on Saturday 6th May, 2023. The Service will be conducted by the Archbishop of Canterbury. As previously announced, the Service will reflect the Monarch’s role today and look towards the future, while being rooted in longstanding traditions and pageantry.

Across the Coronation Weekend, there will be further opportunities for people to come together in celebration of the historic occasion. On Sunday, 7th May 2023, a special Coronation Concert will be staged and broadcast live at Windsor Castle by the BBC and BBC Studios, with several thousand pairs of tickets to be made available via public ballot.

The Coronation Big Lunch, at which neighbours and communities are invited to share food and fun together, will take place across the country on the same date. On Monday, 8th May 2023, members of the public will be invited to take part in The Big Help Out, which will encourage people to try volunteering for themselves and join the work being undertaken to support their local areas. 

Their Majesties The King and The Queen Consort hope the Coronation Weekend will provide an opportunity to spend time and celebrate with friends, families and communities across the United Kingdom, the Realms and the Commonwealth. Their Majesties are looking forward to marking the occasion with the public throughout 2023.”

Date: 18 January 2023

Reference Number: 6005

Cheshire West and Chester Council will receive the full first year (2022-23) funding allocation from The UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF). Following the approval by The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC), a total of £1.805m will be allocated (£1.217m of UKSPF revenue funding, £453k of Multiply revenue funding and £135k of UKSPF capital funding). 

The UKSPF was launched by the Government in April 2022 and forms part of the broader Levelling Up agenda. The Council has been awarded an allocation of up to £12,642,312 over three-years, of which £1,497,303 is ring-fenced for Multiply (to support adult numeracy activities).  

The Council’s Cabinet has approved the proposals for the allocation of the first-year funding.

Councillor Richard Beacham, Cabinet Member for Inclusive Growth, Economy & Regeneration said: “We have developed our investment plans in partnership with local people from health, education and voluntary sectors, as well as professionals from a range of businesses and other public bodies.

“Our priority for this financial year is to spend our allocation on projects that tackle the big issues faced by residents including the economy and the climate. We want to ensure every area of our Borough benefits from this funding and that’s why we will continue to develop an exciting mix of projects in the coming years which promote good jobs, bring pride to our communities and celebrate arts and culture.”

Future allocations for year two (2023-24 – £3.2m) and year three (2024-25 – £7.6m) will only be ratified by DLUHC at the start of each year, and allocations will be informed by performance in year one.

The People and Skills element of this funding comes on stream in year three so will be restricted to one-year projects.

For more details about the Shared Prosperity Fund visit: https://www.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/business/shared-prosperity-fund/shared-prosperity-fund.aspx

The UK Shared Prosperity Fund will be used to help deliver Cheshire West and Chester Council’s vision for an Inclusive Economy. It prioritises reducing poverty and inequality, supporting people to develop new skills and get into good jobs with fair wages, combatting the climate emergency, supporting community wellbeing, and enhancing the vibrancy of the Borough. For more information about the Inclusive Economy: https://www.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/business/inclusive-economy

Date: 20 January 2023

Reference Number: 6007

Northwich Library will be opening in its temporary location at Weaver Hall Museum on Monday 30 January, while the library building on Witton Street is being renovated.

The new temporary library features a curated collection of the latest fiction and non-fiction titles for adults and children, internet access via public computers and free Wi-Fi, plus a range of events, activities and groups. 

Initial opening times for the temporary library location are:

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday: 9am to 5pm
Thursday and Friday: 9am to 7pm
Saturday: 9am to 1pm

Council Leader and Cabinet Member for Poverty and Wellbeing, Councillor Louise Gittins said: “Apologies for any inconvenience while the existing library building is being renovated, but the temporary location is very close by.  Weaver Hall Museum is walkable from the existing library building in approximately 15 minutes, either through the town or along the river through the park. It also offers free parking.

“A pop-up library service will also be available at Brio Northwich Memorial Court, so residents can return items to a town centre location and borrow from a small collection. This location will be regularly serviced by library staff.

“Don’t forget to look out for library events at Weaver Hall, Memorial Court and across the town centre.”

Temporary extended opening hours at Barnton, Sandiway and Weaverham libraries will end on Saturday 28 January and return to their standard opening times.

For up to date information on library services and the renovation of Northwich Library please see our website: Northwich Library | Cheshire West and Chester Council