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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) represents the interests of over 10000 parish and local councils at national level. Through a Service Level Agreement with County Associations, local councils have access to its services. NALC’s offices are in London at 109 Great Russell Street. NALC can be contacted by […]
Representing the People The local council acts within the framework of legislation conferred on it by Parliament and forms the third tier of local government. Its functions are mainly discretionary, that is they amount to powers as opposed to duties. The role of the local council may briefly be described […]
This course is suitable for Councillors, Clerks and other Officers who may be new to the role or would like information on what the precept is and how it works for the Council. In this course you will learn What a precept is and how a Parish Council receives it […]
click here for demo Have you ever jumped to the wrong conclusion or misjudged someone you just met? We all do it, with just about everyone we come across. We make snap judgements about people based on the very little information we know about them. And mostly, we do it […]
Click here for demo Some people glide through their jam-packed days, ticking off tasks with the tempo of a teacher taking the morning register. Then there are the rest of us! Nature dictates that we all have access to the same 24 hours in a day, yet certain people […]
Click here for demo In this course we’ll look at how you can leverage your natural attributes to find a leadership style that suits you. We’ll explore core leadership skills and provide practical tips for leading your own team effectively. This elearning module aims to give you a deeper […]
Click here for demo Most people experience stress from time to time, and this isn’t necessarily bad; stress is a natural response, but prolonged periods of stress can be harmful. There are many ways in which employees can reduce or avoid stress, and if they are experiencing stress already, there […]
Standards in Public Life This module is designed to support those elected or co-opted and/or working in local councils, to understand the principles of conduct expected of all councillors. Councillors must abide by its own council’s code of conduct. Information provided in this module is based upon national model guidance […]
The fast pace of modern-day working life and the demands that are placed on us by ourselves and others, can sometimes seem overwhelming. With mental health issues on the rise, it has never been more important to arm employees with the coping mechanisms and inner strength necessary to handle the […]
Click here for demo Personal safety awareness training is very effective in reducing violent and aggressive incidents in the workplace and beyond. Staff can benefit from this course’s advice at work and in everyday situations. Throughout the course there are tips and strategies to be more safety conscious, to help […]
Click here for demo The illegal and morally corrupt practice of modern slavery and human trafficking is sadly alive and thriving today, to the tune of 40.3 million slaves worldwide. In fact, one of the largest offenders is the UK, with reported cases increasing across many industries, including agriculture, construction, […]
This module is designed to provide Clerks, Council Officers and Councillors with an introduction to the skills needed to be effective leaders in the different roles we have, and the different situations we face, in our local councils. We are going to explore the ways in which all of us […]
This e-learning course, suitable for councillors, clerks and officers is designed to help broaden and develop your knowledge and understanding of the role of Parish, Town and Community Councils in relation to planning matters. Objectives After completing the course, learners will be able to understand how the planning system works […]