Cheshire College South and West Principal and Chief Executive Officer, Jasbir Dhesi OBE, supports devolution for Cheshire and Warrington

Date
July 21, 2025

Cheshire College South and West offers exciting opportunities for 11,000 students and 1,000 apprentices, providing access to high-quality teaching and learning at campuses in Crewe, Ellesmere Port and Chester.

Providing students with the skills, experience and qualifications to prepare them for their future career or higher-level study is a priority for the college, while supporting them to become confident individuals who will make valuable contributions to businesses and the local economy in their future careers.

The college’s Principal and Chief Executive, Jasbir Dhesi, shares his thoughts on how devolution could benefit Cheshire and Warrington.

What could devolution mean for Cheshire and Warrington’s future?

“As Principal and CEO of Cheshire College South and West, I believe devolution has the power to transform Cheshire and Warrington’s future. It means more local decision-making tailored to our unique needs, driving growth and prosperity across our communities."

How can devolution support Cheshire and Warrington’s education, training and skills sector?

“For skills and training, devolution offers us the opportunity to shape education around local priorities, ensuring that our young people have the right skills for local jobs and businesses. This will help to boost our economy and create opportunities for everyone."

What do you think the benefits are of having an elected Mayor for the area?

“With an elected Mayor, we gain a strong voice and clear leadership. It’s a chance to champion our area on the national stage and ensure Cheshire and Warrington gets the support and investment it deserves. This is why I support devolution for Cheshire and Warrington.”  

Find out more about Cheshire College South and West.