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Northamptonshire County Association of Local Councils, Marie Reilly

Tuesday's Training Treat

This course is an introductory training session for Councillors and Clerks covering the basic principles of planning including policy, applications, appeals and enforcement. This course is one of the ...

Chair Clerks and Officers Councillor Development Framework Councillors Officer Development Framework Training

Nov 25, 2025 Training News

Northamptonshire County Association of Local Councils, Marie Reilly

NEW COURSE!

Join us for a practical session designed to help Parish and Town Councils tackle year-end financial challenges with confidence and clarity. This course is designed to complement our other year-end tra...

Chair Clerks and Officers Councillors Training

Nov 21, 2025 Training News

Northamptonshire County Association of Local Councils, Marie Reilly

NEW COURSE!

This practical, engaging course is designed for clerks and councillors who want to understand how AI can transform local government operations. Whether you’re curious about the basics or ready to expl...

Chair Clerks and Officers Councillors Training

Nov 20, 2025 Training News

Northamptonshire County Association of Local Councils, Marie Reilly

Tuesday's Training Treat

This course follows on from Planning Nuts and Bolts. It looks at the practical element of responding to planning applications. What should and shouldn't be included in your responses. This is an inte...

Chair Clerks and Officers Councillor Development Framework Councillors Officer Development Framework Training

Nov 18, 2025 Training News

Northamptonshire County Association of Local Councils, Marie Reilly

NEW!

Creating a safe and respectful environment is not just good practice—it’s a legal obligation. Under the Equality Act 2010, all organisations must take reasonable steps to prevent harassment and discri...

Chair Clerks and Officers Councillors Training

Nov 6, 2025 Training News

Northamptonshire County Association of Local Councils, Marie Reilly

New Training Videos

We've added two new videos to our training video library Planning Enforcement Overview [1] and Who Manages the Clerk of a Local Council [2] We've also opened a You Tube Channel so you can subscribe ...

Briefing Chair Clerks and Officers Councillor Development Framework Councillors Free Course Officer Development Framework Training

Nov 5, 2025 Training News

Northamptonshire County Association of Local Councils, Marie Reilly

Tuesday's Training Treat

This topic has never been more relevant particularly as town & parish councils now have a duty to help tackle the growing biodiversity crisis. The session identifies the practical changes and steps co...

Chair Clerks and Officers Councillors Training

Nov 4, 2025 Training News

Northamptonshire County Association of Local Councils, Marie Reilly

Tuesday's Training Treat

*Procurement* The procurement course has had a revamp to now include the practical elements of inviting quotes, producing specifications and tender documentation, achieving competition and value for m...

Chair Clerks and Officers Councillor Development Framework Councillors Officer Development Framework Training

Oct 28, 2025 Training News

Northamptonshire County Association of Local Councils, Marie Reilly

Tuesday's Training Treat

Adaptation measures for your Council. This topic has never been more relevant, particularly as councils are urged to help adapt and mitigate the damaging effects of Climate Change. This session iden...

Chair Clerks and Officers Councillors Training

Oct 21, 2025 Training News

Northamptonshire County Association of Local Councils, Marie Reilly

Tuesday's Training Treat

Young people are often one of the most challenging demographics for councils to connect with—yet their voices are vital to shaping inclusive, forward-thinking communities. This course is designed to h...

Chair Clerks and Officers Councillors Training

Oct 14, 2025 Training News

Northamptonshire County Association of Local Councils, Marie Reilly

New (and free!) Finance related courses and dates

*An intro to VAT* The Parkinson Partnership LLP is celebrating our 10 years in business by announcing that places on our Introduction to VAT course will be FREE for 6 months. More information [1] *Pro...

Clerks and Officers Councillor Development Framework Councillors Finance Officer Development Framework Training

Oct 10, 2025 Training News

Northamptonshire County Association of Local Councils, Marie Reilly

Tuesday's Training Treat

This one-hour session offers a more detailed exploration of the Neighbourhood Planning process, ideal for participants who already have a basic understanding of the concept. The course focuses on the ...

Chair Clerks and Officers Councillors Training

Sep 30, 2025 Training News

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