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MHCLG consulted on proposals to establish these strategic authorities between 17 February and 13 April 2025. The purpose of these consultations was to gather evidence and information on the effects of establishing these mayoral strategic authorities. Responses were received from a wide range of stakeholder groups, including members of the public, businesses, councils, universities, third sector bodies and other bodies, and a summary of responses has been published on GOV.UK. The Government carefully considered the responses and, on 17 July, confirmed to Parliament that the statutory tests, which are required to be met in order to establish strategic authorities in Cumbria and Cheshire and Warrington, have been met.