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HAPTC Guidance Note – Recording of Meetings Sept 2026
2 September 2026
TrainingCouncils often find it challenging to connect with young people. In this session, we will define “young people.” Consider the issues important to young people. Explore effective ways to engage online and offline. We will also offer insights on forming partnerships with local youth organisations. Wednesday 2nd Sept at 10am […]
 Thursday, 8 October ’26   10am – 11:30am  Wednesday, 21 October ’26   10am – 11:30am  Thursday, 5 November ’26   10am – 11:30am  Tuesday, 17 November ’26   10am – 11:30am This session is aimed at officers of parish & town councils, who are involved in preparing and monitoring their council’s budgets. Topics […]
2026-27 NJC Pay Scales agreement
Councillors and officers joined Megan Seiorse and Judith Adamson from SADC on Thursday 27th August 2026 for an engaging session on Code of Conduct for Local Councils. Topics covered DPIs, The Nolan Principles and FAQs. Below is the link to the session slides along with some helpful handouts to guide […]
HR Employment Bulletin Aug 26
2026 AGM Minutes
Topic: LGR Quarterly Briefing-Host Speaker Helen Standen, HCC Time: Aug 13, 2026 10:30 AM London Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/97934272225?pwd=mXV3JLGPLZSQTvHFZ3qGmh0SI2EA2L.1 Meeting ID: 979 3427 2225 Passcode: 795415
Code of Conduct Evening Training Free to members Our next session will be held after May 2027 elections dates TBA Open to councillors and clerks (free to members, online session)
4 August 2026
TrainingGetting to grips with using the website for more community engagement, Mark Tomkins This engaging webinar is perfect for parish and town councils looking to maximise the potential of their website for both functionality and community engagement. You’ll discover how to make your website a dynamic tool that not only […]
Business Continuity Plan – Preparing for the Unexpected Every council faces risks that can disrupt normal operations, from severe weather and utility failures to cyber incidents, staff shortages, and other unforeseen events. A Business Continuity Plan (BCP) helps ensure that essential services can continue and recover quickly when disruption occurs. […]
2025 AGM Minutes
Addressing the Biodiversity Challenge, Mike Deegan Consultancy This topic has never been more relevant; particularly as local councils have a duty from January 2024 to consider biodiversity and help tackle the growing biodiversity crisis. This session identifies the practical changes and steps councils can realistically implement to help enhance biodiversity […]
Induction for Responsible Financial Officer (RFO) We will go through the RFO’s workbook that YLCA have produced, to ensure you understand the role and responsibilities of the RFO. These sessions cover the role of the RFO. Cost: £45 per delegate Thursday 13 August, 9.30am to 11.30am
These sessions cover the role of the clerk and is suitable for anyone new to clerking; including deputies and locum clerks, and admin assistants. There is ample opportunity to ask questions and discuss real situations. We will work through the Clerks Workbook produced by the YLCA. A separate session covers […]