Council Employee Development
How councils can engage effectively with young people in their communities
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
Year End & Audit - Councils over £25,000
For officers who want to understand how to prepare their council’s Annual Governance & Accountability Return and comply with the requirements of the audit process.
This session does NOT cover exemption from audit or the Transparency Code for smaller Authorities. We have alternative sessions for councils under £25,000 that need those topics.
Social media Part 2: Advanced social media strategies and tactics for local councils
In this session we explore how to get the most from each of the key social media platforms and how to ensure your social media content is delivering on your council’s communications objectives.
Procurement Act 2023
For anyone involved in procuring goods and services, preparing tenders or entering into contracts on behalf of local councils.
An introduction to neighbourhood planning and design codes
NEW FOR 2025
Does your council want to get started on a Neighbourhood Plan, or review an existing Plan?
This session will provide an understanding of what is involved in the development of a Neighbourhood Plan, and associated documents such as Design Codes, and also help with reviewing exisiting Plans.
Future Planning - with Dorset Council's Planning Team
There’s a lot happening in the world of planning at national and local levels at the moment. This event will help town and parish councils navigate the upcoming changes and is perfect for councillors, clerks and those involved with planning and neighbourhood planning committees.
Closing date for bookings: Monday 24 February 2025 at 11am
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)
Year End & Transparency - Councils under £25,000
For officers who want to understand how to prepare their council’s Annual Governance & Accountability Return and comply with the requirements of the audit process.
Data Protection and GDPR for councils part 1: foundations and theory
In a constantly changing legislative landscape, it is important that councils have the most up-to-date understanding of data protection legislation. They should also have a good grasp of their data protection obligations.
Getting the most from local and regional media
For councillors, clerks/RFO's and officers.
