September 2026 Training Bulletin
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Posted by Katie Eyre
1st September 2026
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HAPTC Training Bulletin September 26 Edition
Training Bulletin-September 26
Working with skilled partners enables HAPTC to offer a comprehensive programme of training, the below is a selection of some of the courses in our catalogue. please refer to our training page for all other courses available to our members or email the office Katie@haptc.org.uk
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Introducing our new ‘Lunch and Learn’ sessions
Free for members
Join us for a short one hour session designed to support you with core subjects without taking you away from your desk for too long.
Offering guest speakers and subjects scheduled to reflect the clerk and council annual diary. Join us with your lunch whilst we unpick a variety of subjects including budgets, resilence, risk, finances, elections and staffing.
This is a free, ‘light touch’ training offering, please look at our wider programme for more detailed sessions.
PLEASE BOOK IN WITH KATIE (KATIE@HAPTC.ORG.UK) TO SAVE YOUR SPACE!
Let’s Talk Budgets Tuesday 8th September 12pm-1pm (1hr)
Join Nikki & Katie as we look at the basics of setting a sound budget for your council in this bite-sized session
Let’s Talk Resilience Thursday 8th October 12pm (1hr)
Free session for members in support of World Mental Health Day.
Join Amanda Whitlock (Wellbeing Matters) as we explore ways to build our confidence and resilence. Amanda will explain how to understand what resilience is, recognise common myths, understand why resilience matters, learn practical ways to strengthen resilience,create your own resilience action plan
Let’s Talk Digital AGAR Tuesday 20th October 11am (1hr)
Learn about the introduction of the new digital year end submission. Join Lance Allan FSLCC, User Acceptance & Training – Project Manager, SAAA as we walk through the new digital AGAR.
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Code of Conduct Session -27th Aug 2026
Councillors and officers joined Megan Seiorse and Judith Adamson from St Albans District Council on Thursday 27th August 2026 for an engaging session on Code of Conduct for Local Councils. Below is the link to our website for the session recording, slides and handouts, along with the link to NALCs Civility and Respect webpage offering a host of knowledge including podcasts, templates and toolkits
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EALC HR Conference
Monday 28th September 2026 9:30am-3pm
WITHAM PUBLIC HALL,
8 COLLINGWOOD RD,
WITHAM CM8 2DY
This HR Conference is open to County Association Members.
CALC members – £40 to attend
As an ongoing partnership with Essex ALC we have been offered the above HR conference, which is open to all of our member Clerks, Councillors and Chairs
Employment Law Update 2026, Managing Councillor/Clerk Relationships, Staff Recruitment, Retention and Appraisals, Civility and Respect, Panel Discussions and Break Out Sessions!
Free refreshments and lunch
To book please email katie@haptc.org.uk
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Councillor Safety
In light of recent news coverage regarding safety in the sector please see below free training sessions for HAPTC members.
There are two 90 minute national LGA online workshops coming up in November, led by an expert presenter, providing practical advice for councillors on maintaining their safety, one concentrating on physical safety (including surgeries, home visits, public meetings etc) and one on digital safety. Places can be booked via these links:
Staying safe in person as a councillor – 4 November, 2pm
Staying safe online as a councillor – 18 November, 2pm
Please book via the non-member option adding the code SSIP0411 at the basket page, once you click apply the page will refresh with a £0 balance.
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QUALITY CONVERSATIONS (Full day, in person session)
This one-day course equips delegates with the skills and confidence to manage difficult workplace conversations effectively. It focuses on improving the quality of everyday management conversations to prevent issues from escalating into formal conflict.
The programme draws on best practice in communication, conflict prevention, and performance management. Guided by experienced TCM trainers, delegates develop practical tools to address performance concerns, give constructive feedback, and handle challenging behaviours. The course supports managers and leaders to resolve issues early, promote engagement, and achieve sustainable outcomes through effective communication.
Minimum numbers needed to run this course
HAPTC discounted price for members £350.00 per person please register your interest by emailing Katie@haptc.org.uk. Lunch will be included
If your smaller council is interested in this type of training please let Katie know as we do have some ‘lighter touch’ options that HAPTC may be able to facilitate.
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Mental Health Awareness CPD Accredited
This CPD accredited course has been developed by Total Wellbeing Matters. This interactive, online course raises awareness of mental health.
It covers:
•What is mental health?
•How to challenge stigma
•What is Stress?
•Spotting signs of distress
•An introduction to looking after your own mental health and maintaining wellbeing.
•Confidence to support someone in distress or who may be experiencing a mental health issue and how to start a conversation.
All participants will receive a manual, workbook, and certificate.
Learning will take place through a mix of presentations, group discussions and workshop activities.
Minimum numbers needed to run this course
HAPTC discounted price for members £125.00 per person (half day session)
Please register your interest by emailing Katie@haptc.org.uk
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Training offers byParkinsons PartnershipThe following sessions are at specific times and dates with an online speaker. Please contact Katie@haptc.org.uk for booking information.
Tuesday 22nd September at 10:00am to 11:30am
Cost: £35
Tuesday 29th September at 10am
Cost £35
Wednesday, 30 September at 10:00am to 11:30am
Wednesday, 18 November at 10am – 11:30am
Cost: £35
The Role of Internal Audit Wednesday 14th October at 10am-11:30am
Cost: £35
Procurement
Thursday, 26 November at 10am – 11:30am
Tuesday, 26 January ’27 at 10am – 11:30am
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Training offers byBreakthrough CommunicationsThe following sessions by breakthrough communications are £35 per delegate and are at specific times and dates with an online speaker. Please contact Katie@haptc.org.uk for booking information.
Data Protection and FOI courses
Social Media and Digital Communications Courses
Council Communications and Community Engagement courses
Interpersonal Skills Courses
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Training offered in partnership withYorkshire Local Council Association (YLCA)The following sessions are at specific times and dates with an online speaker. To book, contact Katie@haptc.org.uk.
Powers, Policies and Procedures – understanding powers, and having the right policies and procedures in place£35 per delegate
Wednesday 16 September, 1.30pm to 3.00pm
Business Continuity Plan – Preparing for the Unexpected£35 per delegate
Tuesday 13 October, 6.30pm – 8.00pm
Caring for War Memorials, Brogan Warren, Public Engagement Officer, War Memorial Trust£35 per delegate Thursday 10 September, 1.30pm to 3.00pm Getting to grips with using the website for more community engagement, Mark Tomkins£35 per delegate Tuesday 20 October, 10.00am – 11.30am
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E-learning On-demand courses with Nimble
Freedom of Information Essentials
DSE Workstation Assessment
Time Management Essentials
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Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 (Martyn’s Law) webinar
Purpose
- Provide an overview of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 – including scope and requirements
- Allow time for a Q&A session with both Home Office and Security Industry Authority colleagues
Background
The Act received Royal Assent on 3 April 2025, and it is expected that the implementation period will be at least 24 months from this date, enabling those responsible for premises and events to have sufficient time to understand their new obligations, and to plan and prepare accordingly. This also allows time for the new regulator function of the Security Industry Authority (SIA) to be established. Whilst there is no legal requirement to comply with the legislation until it comes into force, those that fall into scope may wish to begin considering what they need to do before commencement.
The Home Office published statutory guidance on 15 April 2026, which will assist those responsible for premises or events in scope to understand the requirements set out in the legislation and prepare for commencement.
Helpful materials
- Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 – Section 27 Statutory Guidance: Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 Statutory Guidance
- ProtectUK: Martyn’s Law Resources Page (including infographics and animated videos)
- Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025: Full text of the Act on legislation.gov.uk
- SIA updates : Martyn’s Law: the SIA’s new regulatory role – GOV.UK
We recommend exploring the above materials ahead of the webinar to aid in your understanding of the Act.
How to join
Please see below details for webinar dates that you are invited to attend. Webinars will cover the same content, so we recommend only attending one.
Webinar 2 – 14th September 2026
Time: 14:00 – 15:00
Joining Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/364265772373723?p=Om3zf9Hqq9OkPl33Mf
Meeting ID: 364 265 772 373 723
Passcode: nk9Rj3ua
Webinar 3 -24th September 2026
Time: 15:00 – 16:00
Joining link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/342290239063327?p=9188KgO2EgFECCUzFq
Meeting ID: 342 290 239 063 327
Passcode: GB3S8z3H
