Councillor Development

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

Creating a communications strategy

This session clarifies a councillor’s legal responsibilities to themself and the council

Ideal for existing councillors wanting a refresher on the subject, or for new councillors getting used to why interests need to be declared and the best way to do it.

Discover why standards and the Code of Conduct exist, what is required under the NOLAN principles, how poor conduct impacts councils and understand why interests have to be declared.

Interesting and informative training for new chairs and vice chairs to council and committees, councillors considering the role of chair or as a refresher for those with more experience. 

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.

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. 

For parish and town councillors with less than one years’ experience.

Being a newly elected or co-opted councillor can Initially be quite daunting and difficult to understand, 

The New Councillor Essentials will give delegates a good introduction to parish and town life.