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There have been two previous Quality of Life in Cheshire Surveys conducted in 1995 and again in 2000. The results of these surveys have been used extensively by the County Council and partner organisations to inform policy development, service planning and bids for external funding. The 2005 Quality of Life Survey has been supported by the Cheshire Partnership.

The Quality of Life Survey 2005 will monitor changes in public perceptions of quality of life priorities. These will feed into development of the Corporate Plan and the review of the Cheshire Community Strategy. It will also inform a wide range of public sector planning responsibilities where public perceptions are essential. These include the Community Safety Strategies, Best Value Performance Plans, Comprehensive Performance Assessment, Local Agenda 21, Local Transport Plans, Waste Management, Social Exclusion, Regeneration, Health Improvement and Lifelong Learning.