Councillor Fundamentals - online

An online session run by Kim Bedford, experienced trainer

Workshop Aim:

This online workshop explores the fundamental knowledge needed to be an effective Councillor in a Town or Parish Council.

Workshop Content:

In this session we will set the scene of Local Government and explore:-

§  The roles and responsibilities of the 5 components of the Council:

- Council, Councillor, Chairman, Clerk and RFO

§  The importance of the law in meetings and the need for an effective agenda and accurate minutes

§  Council delegation through Committees - ways of managing your responsibilities. The place of Annual meetings

§  Making a Council plan for delivery to and for your Community and signing ‘The Pledge’.

§  Compliance through Governance arrangements with full transparency