{"id":3433,"date":"2026-09-01T10:59:58","date_gmt":"2026-09-01T09:59:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/haptc.org.uk\/?post_type=news&p=3433"},"modified":"2026-09-30T11:27:29","modified_gmt":"2026-09-30T10:27:29","slug":"september-2026-training-bulletin","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/haptc.org.uk\/?news=september-2026-training-bulletin","title":{"rendered":"September 2026 Training Bulletin"},"content":{"rendered":"
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HAPTC Training Bulletin September 26 Edition<\/b><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Training <\/b>Bulletin-September <\/b>26<\/b><\/h1>\n
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<\/b><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Introducing our new ‘Lunch and Learn’ sessions<\/b><\/h1>\n
Free for members<\/b><\/div>\n
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.<\/div>\n
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.<\/div>\n
This is a free, ‘light touch’ training offering, please look at our wider programme for more detailed sessions.<\/div>\n
PLEASE BOOK IN WITH KATIE (<\/b>KATIE@HAPTC.ORG.UK<\/b><\/a>) TO SAVE YOUR SPACE!<\/b><\/div>\n
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Let’s Talk Budgets Tuesday 8th September\u00a0 12pm-1pm (1hr)<\/b><\/div>\n
Join Nikki & Katie as we look at the basics of setting a sound budget for your council in this bite-sized session<\/div>\n
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Let’s Talk Resilience<\/b> Thursday 8th October 12pm (1hr)<\/b><\/div>\n
Free session for members in support of World Mental Health Day.<\/div>\n
Join Amanda Whitlock (Wellbeing Matters)\u00a0as 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<\/div>\n
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Let’s Talk Digital AGAR Tuesday 20th October 11am (1hr)<\/b><\/div>\n
Learn about the introduction of the new digital year end submission. Join Lance Allan FSLCC, User Acceptance & Training \u2013 Project Manager, SAAA as we walk through the new digital AGAR.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Code of Conduct Session -27th<\/sup>\u00a0Aug 2026<\/div>\n

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.<\/p>\n

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<\/div>\n
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HAPTC COC Session Aug 2026<\/b><\/a><\/div>\n
NALC Civility and Respect<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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EALC HR Conference<\/b><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Monday 28th September 2026 9:30am-3pm<\/b><\/div>\n
WITHAM PUBLIC HALL,<\/b><\/div>\n
8 COLLINGWOOD RD,<\/b><\/div>\n
WITHAM CM8 2DY<\/b><\/div>\n
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This HR Conference is open to County Association Members.<\/b><\/div>\n
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CALC members – \u00a340 to attend<\/b><\/div>\n
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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<\/div>\n
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Employment Law Update 2026, Managing Councillor\/Clerk Relationships, Staff Recruitment, Retention and Appraisals, Civility and Respect, Panel Discussions and Break Out Sessions!<\/div>\n
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Free refreshments and lunch<\/div>\n
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Councillor Safety<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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In light of recent news coverage regarding safety in the sector please see below free training sessions for HAPTC members.<\/div>\n
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:<\/div>\n
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Staying safe in person as a councillor<\/u><\/a> \u2013 4 November, 2pm<\/div>\n
Staying safe online as a councillor<\/u><\/a> \u2013 18 November, 2pm<\/div>\n
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QUALITY CONVERSATIONS (Full day, in person session)<\/div>\n
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.<\/div>\n
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.<\/div>\n
Minimum numbers needed to run this course<\/div>\n
HAPTC discounted price for members \u00a3350.00 per person <\/b>please register your interest by emailing Katie@haptc.org.uk. Lunch will be included<\/b><\/div>\n
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.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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Mental Health Awareness CPD Accredited<\/div>\n
This CPD accredited course has been developed by Total Wellbeing Matters. This interactive, online course raises awareness of mental health.<\/div>\n
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\u2022What is mental health?<\/div>\n
\u2022How to challenge stigma<\/div>\n
\u2022What is Stress?<\/div>\n
\u2022Spotting signs of distress<\/div>\n
\u2022An introduction to looking after your own mental health and maintaining wellbeing.<\/div>\n
\u2022Confidence to support someone in distress or who may be experiencing a mental health issue and how to start a conversation.<\/div>\n
All participants will receive a manual, workbook, and certificate.<\/div>\n
Learning will take place through a mix of presentations, group discussions and workshop activities.<\/div>\n
Minimum numbers needed to run this course<\/div>\n
HAPTC discounted price for members \u00a3125.00 per person (half day session)<\/b><\/div>\n
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Training offers by<\/h1>\n

Parkinsons Partnership<\/b><\/h1>\n
The following sessions are at specific times and dates with an online speaker. Please contact Katie@haptc.org.uk<\/b><\/a> for booking information.<\/div>\n
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Finance for Councillors<\/b><\/a><\/div>\n
Tuesday 22nd September at 10:00am to 11:30am<\/div>\n
Cost: \u00a335<\/div>\n
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VAT Impartial Exemption<\/b><\/a><\/div>\n
Tuesday 29th September at 10am<\/div>\n
Cost \u00a335<\/div>\n
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Internal Controls<\/b><\/a><\/div>\n
Wednesday, 30 September at 10:00am to 11:30am<\/div>\n
\u00a0Wednesday, 18 November at\u00a0 10am \u2013 11:30am<\/div>\n
Cost: \u00a335<\/div>\n
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The Role of Internal Audit<\/b><\/p>\n

Wednesday 14th<\/sup>\u00a0October at 10am-11:30am<\/div>\n
Cost: \u00a335<\/div>\n
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Procurement<\/div>\n
Thursday, 26 November at 10am \u2013 11:30am<\/div>\n
Tuesday, 26 January ’27 at 10am \u2013 11:30am<\/div>\n
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Training offers by<\/h1>\n

Breakthrough Communications<\/h1>\n
The following sessions by breakthrough communications are \u00a335 per delegate and are at specific times and dates with an online speaker. Please contact Katie@haptc.org<\/b><\/a>.uk<\/a> for booking information.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Training offered in partnership with<\/h2>\n

Yorkshire Local Council Association (YLCA)<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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The following sessions are at specific times and dates with an online speaker. To book, contact Katie@haptc.org.uk<\/a>.<\/div>\n
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Powers, Policies and Procedures – understanding powers, and having the right policies and procedures in place<\/h3>\n
\u00a335 per delegate<\/div>\n
Wednesday 16 September, 1.30pm to 3.00pm<\/u><\/b><\/div>\n
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Business Continuity Plan \u2013 Preparing for the Unexpected<\/h3>\n
\u00a335 per delegate<\/div>\n
Tuesday 13 October, 6.30pm \u2013 8.00pm<\/u><\/b><\/div>\n
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Caring for War Memorials, Brogan Warren, Public Engagement Officer, War Memorial Trust<\/h3>\n

\u00a335 per delegate<\/p>\n

T<\/u><\/b>hursday 10 September, 1.30pm to 3.00pm<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n

Getting to grips with using the website for more community engagement, Mark Tomkins<\/h2>\n

\u00a335 per delegate<\/p>\n

Tuesday 20 October, 10.00am \u2013 11.30am<\/u><\/b><\/div>\n

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E-learning On-demand courses with Nimble<\/h1>\n
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All courses are on demand from Nimble and cost \u00a317 per delegate. Contact Katie@haptc.org.uk<\/u><\/a> for bookings<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Freedom of Information Essentials<\/b><\/div>\n
DSE Workstation Assessment<\/b><\/div>\n
Time Management Essentials<\/b><\/div>\n
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<\/a>Introduction to Planning for Parish, Town & Community Councils<\/a><\/div>\n
Leadership in Challenging Situations<\/b><\/a><\/div>\n
<\/a>New Councillor Induction\/Introduction to Parish, Town & Community Councils<\/a><\/div>\n
Understanding Precepts<\/b><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 (Martyn\u2019s Law) webinar<\/h2>\n

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