Council Employee Development

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Budgeting

Thu 6 Nov 2025 10:00
Online
£35.00

This session is aimed at officers of parish & town councils, who are involved in preparing and monitoring their council's budgets.

Communicating with your community Part 1

Communicating with your community Part 1

Mon 10 Nov 2025 9:30 -11:00
Online
£35.00

Creating a communications strategy

Boosting Your Council's identity: how to promote your council effectively

Wed 12 Nov 2025 9:30 -11:30
Online
£35.00

This session will explore 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. 

Social media for councils: getting started

Fri 14 Nov 2025 9:30 -11:30
Online
£35.00

Social media is a great tool for councils to use to improve their communication.

Data Protection & GDPR: Part 2

Mon 17 Nov 2025 9:30
Online
£35.00

This session deep dives into how councils demonstrate accountability with UK GDPR. 

Social media for councils: advanced strategies

Tue 18 Nov 2025 9:30 -11:30
Online
£35.00

 Councils often use different social media platforms to connect with the community. 

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The Role of Internal Audit

Wed 19 Nov 2025 10:00 -11:30
Zoom
£35.00

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)

Getting the most from local and regional media

Getting the most from local and regional media

Tue 25 Nov 2025 10:00 -12:00
Online
£35.00

In this session we will consider how to establish positive relationships with journalists and how to write impactful press releases.

Internal Controls

Internal Controls

Wed 10 Dec 2025 10:00
Online
£35.00

This session gives councillors and officers an understanding of the need for internal controls and how they work, with practical examples and case studies.

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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

Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 2pm

 

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