Learning & Development Calendar
| Week 17 |
| Monday. 20 April, 2026 | |
| 13:30 |
Data Protection & GDPR part 2: Accountability & LawfulnessOnline In part two of Data Protection & GDPR training for councils, Breakthrough Communications covers how councils demonstrate accountability and lawfulness with UK GDPR legislation. The course deep dives into how councils demonstrate accountability with UK GDPR. The different lawful bases for the processing of personal data are considered and how to create the policies and documents required for local councils. You'll also explore the requirements of the published Privacy Notice and how to create Legitimate Interest Assessments and Data Protection Impact Assessments. |
| 18:00 |
Code of Conduct & Standards in Public Life*Online Essential for new councillors in order to understand their responsibilities and for existing councillors wanting a refresher on the subject. |
| Tuesday. 21 April, 2026 | |
| 13:30 |
Boosting Your Council's IdentityOnline This course explores what brand identity means for parish and town councils, why it matters, and how to create a clear and consistent identity that reflects your council’s purpose and values. |
| Wednesday. 22 April, 2026 | |
| 10:00 |
Social Media for Councils: Advanced StrategiesOnline Councils often social media to connect with the communities. This course will explore the wide range of social media platforms available. Breakthrough Communications will focus on how to get the most from key social media platforms, exploring ways of ensuring your social media output supports your council to achieve its goals and aims. You will also be introduced to social media advertising. |
| Thursday. 23 April, 2026 | |
| 9:30 |
How Councils Can Engage Effectively with Young PeopleOnline Councils often find it challenging to connect with young people. This course will define "young people" and how to effectively reach and engage them, both on and offline. Breakthrough Communications explores what is actually meant by the term "young people", the different groups within that terms and issues that matter to each. Insights on forming partnerships with local youth organisations will also be covered. |
| 10:00 |
Procurement*Online This session is for offficers that are involved in procuring goods and services, preparing tenders, or entering into contracts on behalf of local councils. This session introduces the new rules of the Procurement Act 2023, which came into force on 24 February 2025 and replace the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The session covers the basics of procurement for local councils – inviting quotes, producing specifications and tender documentation, achieving competition and value for money. |
| 11:00 |
Clerks' CaféZoom Online events aimed at clerks of smaller parish councils and parish meetings in Dorset, providing topical updates and opportunities for networking. |
Contact
Telephone: 01305 224460
Member Advice: advice@dorset-aptc.gov.uk
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