Clerk Development
Data Protection & GDPR - Accountability and lawfulness (part 2)
This session deep dives into how councils demonstrate accountability with UK GDPR.
Data Protection - Accountability and lawfulness (part 2)
Part 2 of the GDPR training covers how councils demonstrate accountability and lawfulness with UK GDPR legislation
Introduction to VAT (Free)
This session is for clerks, finance staff and councillors. It explains how VAT rules affects local councils, whether they are VAT registered or reclaim VAT using Form VAT126.
Crisis Communications for Local Councils
A crisis could strike at any point and be anything from flooding to a meeting going viral.
VAT - Partial Exemption
For clerks, finance staff and councillors of councils that lease or hire out land and buildings such as village halls, community centres, meeting rooms, sports facilities or markets, who need to understand when their council is at risk of not being able to reclaim VAT.
Essential for any council contemplating major building projects, or incurring significant expenditure on running these facilities.
Data Protection - Data subject rights and information security (part 3)
Part 3 of the GDPR training covers covers data subject rights and information security
Data Protection - Foundations & Theory (part 1)
In part one of the Data Protection for councils trainign we will cover the foundations , theory and core principles of UK GDPR legislation.
New Clerks' Finance (get second course free after you attend)
This introductory session is for inexperienced clerks, deputy/assistant clerks and finance officers in their first few months and is designed to give them an overview of a council's year, along with a basic understanding of the RFO's role.
Dealing with difficult people and conversations
In this session, there will discussions about practical techniques for managing difficult conversations and situations.
The Role of Internal Audit
For councillors and officers that want to understand the role of the internal auditor and how to appoint one. (Please note, this is NOT a training session for people who want to undertake internal audits)
Procurement
This session is for offficers that are involved in procuring goods and services, preparing tenders, or entering into contracts on behalf of local councils.
Communicating with your community Part 1
Communicating with your community (Part 1)
Data Protection - Foundations & Theory (part 1)
In part one of the Data Protection for councils trainign we will cover the foundations , theory and core principles of UK GDPR legislation.
Dorset Council Town & Parish Council Forum (in-person)
In-person forum covering matters affecting planning and building control in Dorset.
Dorset Council Town & Parish Council Forum (virtual)
Virtual forum covering matters affecting planning and building control in Dorset.
Dealing with difficult people and conversations
In this session, there will discussions about practical techniques for managing difficult conversations and situations.
How councils can engage effectively with young people
In this session we explore what we actually mean by the term ‘young people’, what issues matter to different groups of younger people and how to effectively reach and engage them, both online and offline
Clerks' Conference 2026
In association with Dorset SLCC, our annual one-day clerks' and officers' conference provides updates and discussions on a range of topical issues and networking opportunities. £30 per delegate (member council clerks/officers only).
Data Protection & GDPR - Accountability and lawfulness (part 2)
This session deep dives into how councils demonstrate accountability with UK GDPR.
Data Protection - Accountability and lawfulness (part 2)
Part 2 of the GDPR training covers how councils demonstrate accountability and lawfulness with UK GDPR legislation
NPPF: Proposed reforms and other changes to the planning system
National Planning Policy Framework: proposed reforms and other changes to the planning system
Data Protection & GDPR - Accountability and lawfulness (part 2)
This session deep dives into how councils demonstrate accountability with UK GDPR.
Social media for councils: getting started
Social media is a great tool for councils to use to improve their communication.
The Role of Internal Audit
For councillors and officers that want to understand the role of the internal auditor and how to appoint one. (Please note, this is NOT a training session for people who want to undertake internal audits)
Data Protection - Data subject rights and information security (part 3)
Part 3 of the GDPR training covers covers data subject rights and information security
Getting the most from local and regional media
In this session we will consider how to establish positive relationships with journalists and how to write impactful press releases.
Procurement
This session is for offficers that are involved in procuring goods and services, preparing tenders, or entering into contracts on behalf of local councils.
Social media for councils: advanced strategies
Councils often use different social media platforms to connect with the community.
Introduction to VAT (Free)
This session is for clerks, finance staff and councillors. It explains how VAT rules affects local councils, whether they are VAT registered or reclaim VAT using Form VAT126.
Communicating with your community Part 2
Implementing effective community engagement and building a sustainable approach to getting your messages across to the public
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Contact
Telephone: 01305 224460
Member Advice: advice@dorset-aptc.gov.uk
Member Training: training@dorset-aptc.gov.uk
General Enquiries: info@dorset-aptc.gov.uk
