Learning & Development Calendar
| Week 05 |
| Monday. 26 January, 2026 | |
| 9:30 |
Data Protection & GDPR Part 3: Data Subject Rights & Information SecurityZoom Part 3 of the GDPR training covers covers data subject rights and information security |
| 18:30 |
Data Protection & GDPR part 1: Foundations & Theory*Online This course explores the foundations, theory and core principles of data protection, UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other relevant legislation. Part 1 of 3. |
| Tuesday. 27 January, 2026 | |
| 10:00 |
New Clerk Finance + 2nd course FREE!*Online There are currently no dates available for this course. Please check back again soon. This introductory course to finance is for inexperienced clerks, deputy clerks and RFOs in their first few months in role and will provide an overview of a council's financial year and a basic understanding of the RFO's role. |
| 10:00 |
Dealing with difficult people and conversationsOnline In this session, there will discussions about practical techniques for managing difficult conversations and situations. |
| Wednesday. 28 January, 2026 | |
| 10:00 |
The Role of Internal AuditOnline This course explains to councillors and officers the role of the internal auditor in providing assurance to the council that it has sound financial controls and how to appoint one. |
| Thursday. 29 January, 2026 | |
| 10:00 |
ProcurementOnline This session is for offficers that are involved in procuring goods and services, preparing tenders, or entering into contracts on behalf of local councils. |
| 18:30 |
Finance for CouncillorsOnline This session is for councillors only and is designed to give them a greater understanding of their duties with regard to the council’s finances. |

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