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Our values

Co-produced with staff, our values are critical to us achieving our vision set out in the Cheshire East Plan: Enabling prosperity and wellbeing for all and our Improvement and Transformation Delivery Plan. These values guide our decisions, actions and behaviours—driving progress and helping us become an enabling and effective council.

Drive | Integrity | Respect | Collaboration

Drive

illustrated by …

A desire for growth, innovation and high performance
Striving for a culture of excellence
Developing a sense of purpose and engagement
Working towards our objectives with determination

Integrity

which means …

Acting ethically and transparently
Prioritising doing the right thing through your words, actions and beliefs
Being accountable for our actions
Fostering trust and building strong relationships

Respect

shown by …

Treating everyone with dignity, kindness and empathy
Showing genuine care and appreciation for others
Acknowledging individuals' unique contributions
Fostering a positive and inclusive environment

Collaboration

demonstrated by …

Promoting a culture of teamwork, shared knowledge and learning from each other
Improved problem solving
Working together to deliver better outcomes
Developing innovative solutions

Page last reviewed: 31 October 2025