Essex Association of Local Councils

Essex Association of Local Councils The Essex Association of Local Councils
Support and Guidance for Local Town, Parish and Community Councils.

16/06/2026

🌟 AI for Community Engagement in 2026 🌟
Delivered by Breakthrough Communications
📅 23 June 2026 | ⏰ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
📍 Online
Discover how Artificial Intelligence can help councils communicate more effectively and engage with their communities in new and innovative ways. This practical session explores how AI can support the creation of social media content, newsletters, written communications, and video content, helping councils save time while reaching wider audiences.
Participants will also learn how AI can help gather community insights, identify trends, and support simple automated interactions without losing the vital human touch.
By the end of the session, delegates will have practical ideas and tools to enhance community engagement, improve accessibility, and make the most of AI in their council role.

To book please contact [email protected]

Book in for our Martyn's Law Conference on Thursday 16th July, 9.30am-4pm at the Ivy Hill Hotel. £75pp for CALC Members....
15/06/2026

Book in for our Martyn's Law Conference on Thursday 16th July, 9.30am-4pm at the Ivy Hill Hotel. £75pp for CALC Members. This is an interactive conference for Parish & Town Councillors & Clerks, village & community hall management committee members and any charity trustee involved in managing public buildings or events.

Scan the QR code to download the booking form to register

Sign up to our Planning - Enforcement and Appeals Training on 9th September 6.30pm-8pm - £50
12/06/2026

Sign up to our Planning - Enforcement and Appeals Training on 9th September 6.30pm-8pm - £50

📌Martyn's Law ConferenceThursday 16th July9.30am-4pmIvy Hill Hotel£75pp (includes lunch and refreshments) 📖🔈Delivered by...
12/06/2026

📌Martyn's Law Conference
Thursday 16th July
9.30am-4pm
Ivy Hill Hotel
£75pp (includes lunch and refreshments) 📖

🔈Delivered by:
Helen Ball - Town Clerk to Shrewsbury Town Council and Vice-Chair of the joint NALC/SLCC Martyn's Law Steering Group
Kevin Roberts - Managing Director of SL Consultants, Local Security Specialists 📒

➡️ Please send booking form to [email protected] ⬅️

10/06/2026

🌟 Code of Conduct Training for Councillors & Clerks 🌟
📅 18 June 2026 | ⏰ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
📍 Online

A practical and engaging course designed to help Councillors and Clerks understand the standards expected in local government and apply the Code of Conduct confidently in day-to-day council business.

This interactive session provides clear guidance on the purpose and principles of the Code of Conduct, ethical behaviour, transparency requirements, declarations of interests, meeting conduct, decision-making, and the roles of the Monitoring Officer and Standards Committee. Through practical examples and real-life case studies, delegates will explore how to manage challenging situations, maintain public confidence, and uphold high standards in public office.

❗Ideal for newly elected Councillors, experienced members seeking a refresher, and Clerks advising councils on governance and standards matters. ❗

A practical and informative course designed to strengthen understanding, build confidence, and support high standards of conduct across local councils. 👏👏👏👏👏

Please email [email protected] for further information and to secure your place today! 📌

09/06/2026

🌟 Councillor Toolkit – Our Newly Rewritten Council Training Theory Day 🌟
📅 24 June 2026 | ⏰ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
📍 Online
Are you a newly elected councillor looking to hit the ground running?

Do you understand how your council operates and where your role fits within it?
Are you confident about your responsibilities as a councillor?
Are you a newly elected councillor looking to hit the ground running?
Do you understand how your council operates and where your role fits within it?
Are you confident about your responsibilities as a councillor?
Do you know what is expected of you in council meetings and decision-making processes?
Would you like a clearer understanding of councillor conduct and governance?
How confident are you in interpreting council budgets and financial information?
Do you understand the importance of risk management and your role in it?
Are you prepared to make informed decisions that benefit your community?
Would you like practical guidance that helps you contribute effectively from day one?
Our newly rewritten Council Training Theory Day provides a clear, practical, and accessible introduction to local council governance, equipping newly elected councillors with the essential knowledge and confidence needed to succeed.
By the end of the course, will you be able to:
Understand how councils operate and make decisions?
Carry out your role with greater confidence and professionalism?
Navigate meetings and governance processes effectively?
Make informed and responsible decisions on behalf of your community?
Apply your knowledge immediately in your role as a councillor?
If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, this course is designed for you.

Please email [email protected] for further information and to secure your place today! 📌

Last night, our Chair, Cllr Mike Eldred presented Hullbridge Parish Council with their Silver Award in the Local Council...
09/06/2026

Last night, our Chair, Cllr Mike Eldred presented Hullbridge Parish Council with their Silver Award in the Local Council Award Scheme. Congratulations to everyone involved!

A special congratulations also goes to Michelle Collier, who received her Hullbridge Parish Council Citizen of the Year 2026 for her work with the swan population and for her community spirit 🌟

08/06/2026

🌟 Emotional Intelligence & Resilience in Practice for Clerks, Officers & Councillors 🌟- Delivered by Breakthrough Communications

📅 16 June 2026 | ⏰ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
📍 Online

This practical and interactive workshop is designed to help council officers and councillors thrive in their roles by developing stronger emotional intelligence and resilience. Explore where behaviours and reactions come from, what resilience means in the context of council work, and how to respond positively and professionally to challenging situations. Through realistic council-focused scenarios, participants will gain practical tools and techniques to improve communication, confidence, and working relationships within their Council.

Please email [email protected] for further information and to secure your place today! 📌

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