Essex Association of Local Councils

27/08/2026

💵Do you have Budget planning coming up? 💵

📍Finance for small/medium Councils
💻 ONLINE
⏰ 10:00am - 1:00pm

Click on the link below for more information and how to book this course! Not to be missed ...

https://ealc.gov.uk/training/council-finance-sm-m-sized-councils-3/

26/08/2026

🚖 DigiGo has expanded 🚖

DigiGo has expanded to serve even more Essex communities 🚌

Following our Bus Network Consultation, DigiGo now operates a redesigned service, replacing the former DaRT3 and DaRT299 routes with a flexible, on-demand transport service.

Whether you're travelling to work, heading to the shops, visiting family or meeting friends, DigiGo makes it easier to get where you need to be, when you need to be there.

Even better, all passengers travelling within the new Travel Zones can travel FREE until 31 August.

Find out more and book your journey DigiGo 🔎

26/08/2026

💵Do you have Budget planning coming up? 💵

📍 Finance for Larger Councils Course (£200K+) 📍
💻 ONLINE 💻
⏰ 10:00am - 3:30pm⏰

Click on the link below for more information and how to book this course! Not to be missed ...

https://ealc.gov.uk/training/finance-for-larger-councils-200k-3/

25/08/2026

🫱🏻‍🫲🏽 Code of Conduct Course 🫱🏻‍🫲🏽
📅 10 September 2026
⏰10AM - 1PM
📌ONLINE COURSE

🌟🌟A practical and engaging three-hour online course designed to develop the knowledge, confidence, and understanding needed to uphold high standards of conduct in local government. The session explores the principles of the Code of Conduct, including ethical behaviour, transparency, declarations of interest, governance, decision-making, and the roles of the Monitoring Officer and Standards Committee. Through interactive discussions, real-life case studies, and practical examples, delegates will gain the confidence to apply the Code in day-to-day council business and manage challenging situations appropriately. Ideal for newly elected and experienced Councillors, as well as Clerks supporting council governance and standards. 🌟🌟

➡️ ➡️ For further information please or to book please select here.: https://ealc.gov.uk/training/code-of-conduct-2/ ⬅️ ⬅️

24/08/2026

🌟 EALC HR Conference 🌟
Open to all Clerks, Councillors and Chairs
EALC Members - Free to attend
Other CALC members - £40 to attend
📅 Monday 28th September 2026
⏰ 09:30am - 03:00pm
📌 Witham Public Hall, CM8 2DY
- Employment Law Update 2026
- Managing Councillor/Clerk Relationships
- Staff Recruitment, Retention and Appraisals
-Civility and Respect
- Panel Discussions and Break Out Sessions
- Free refreshments and lunch
This HR Conference is open to County Association Members only.
➡️➡️ Please click the below link to book your ticket today! :
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ealc-hr-conference-tickets-1993609040306?aff=oddtdtcreator&utm_id=97757_v0_s00_e0_tv2_a1demo0e5rry9f&fbclid=IwY2xjawTNYX5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFqZERxQXh3NGxabDI0S3pwc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHv2e0sKiXUQWbYZr7VHcrU8s56CD_m3hh7ZObfXR9JhYQdvg4ULJep0pJLRi_aem_SPsIlWuyOAde61F2-hVTnw ⬅️⬅️

20/08/2026

💻ONLINE COURSE 💻

🌟Caring for War Memorials, Brogan Warren, Public Engagement Officer, War Memorial trust 🌟

📅 10th September 2026
⏰01:30pm- 03:00pm

£50.00 per delegate excl VAT

War Memorials Trust will discuss how to manage war memorial heritage and the importance of best conservation practice to preserve them for as long as possible. The charity will also outline the help it can provide including advice, grants and maintenance tools. This will include War Memorials Online, the website seeking to create a greater understanding of the condition of war memorials in the UK.

To check if the councils’ war memorials are included visit, www.warmemorialsonline.org.uk.

📌📌For further information or to book click here:

https://ealc.gov.uk/training/caring-for-war-memorials-brogan-warren-public-engagement-officer-war-memorial-trust/ 📌📌

19/08/2026

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Saffron Walden Town Council is pleased with the positive support for its free Tuesday Market and Shopper Bus, the service continues to help residents and visitors access the town centre more easily.

Residents are encouraged to try the service available every Tuesday with passengers eligible to claim a variety of local discounts including 10% off food and drink purchases from the Tourist Information Centre (on Tuesdays only and the bus ticket must be presented).

The free Market & Shopper Bus runs every Tuesday for the duration of the 12 week trial. The full timetable is available online at saffronwalden.gov.uk/news/swtc-shopper-bus/ and paper copies are available from the Tourist Information Centre in Market Square.

19/08/2026

⚡⚡Have you booked on to our HR Conference yet? ⚡⚡

⏰Free attendance for all EALC members ⏰

😀Open to all Clerks, Councillors and Chairs 😀

✏️✏️To book your space click the below link: ✏️✏️
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ealc-hr-conference-tickets-1993609040306?aff=oddtdtcreator&utm_id=97757_v0_s00_e0_tv2_a1demo0e5rry9f&fbclid=IwY2xjawTvpqpwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMUh4Q080ZHMxNDhMMVo5cmdzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeSs3pFLPi8UKPm5YeXnWntzPcy63yQBgVcb26-6o2Q3alfJx4bXjDwlJOFKo_aem_wbvWeNT7BySR6ojg1ryW4w

18/08/2026

⭐ Council Essentials Course ⭐
📅 17th September 2026
💻 ONLINE 💻
⏰10am- 03:30pm

£125 per delegate plus VAT

✅ ✏️ A practical and informative one-day course designed to provide the essential knowledge and confidence needed to understand how local councils operate effectively and lawfully. The session covers the legal framework for councils, roles and responsibilities, good governance, council meetings, agendas, minutes, delegated powers, public participation, standing orders, financial regulations, elections, co-option, codes of conduct, and key employment and procedural requirements. Through clear guidance and practical examples, delegates will gain a solid understanding of the core principles of council administration and governance, enabling them to carry out their roles with confidence. Ideal for newly elected Councillors, newly appointed Clerks, and those wishing to refresh their knowledge of council procedures and responsibilities. ✏️ ✅


➡️ For further information please or to book please click here https://ealc.gov.uk/training/law-procedures-3/ ⬅️