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New Training Videos

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 and Who Manages the Clerk of a Local Council We've also opened a You Tube Channel so you can subscribe and get no...

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

5 Nov 2025 Training News

Tuesday's Training Treat

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

4 Nov 2025 Training News

Tuesday's Training Treat

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 mon...

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

28 Oct 2025 Training News

Tuesday's Training Treat

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 identi...

Chair Clerks and Officers Councillors Training

21 Oct 2025 Training News

Tuesday's Training Treat

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

14 Oct 2025 Training News

Tuesday's Training Treat

Northamptonshire County Association of Local Councils, Marie Reilly

Tuesday's Training Treat

We’re pleased to invite you to our Guide to Online Banking event this October – a practical session designed to help you transition to faster, safer, and more cost-effective banking. We’re delighted t...

Chair Clerks and Officers Finance Free Course Training

7 Oct 2025 Training News

Tuesday's Training Treat

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

30 Sept 2025 Training News

Tuesday's Training Treat

Northamptonshire County Association of Local Councils, Marie Reilly

Tuesday's Training Treat

This one-hour introductory session provides a clear and accessible overview of Neighbourhood Planning, tailored for individuals with little or no prior experience. The course explains the purpose, pro...

Chair Clerks and Officers Councillors Training

23 Sept 2025 Training News

Tuesday's Training Treat

Northamptonshire County Association of Local Councils, Marie Reilly

Tuesday's Training Treat

This practical and engaging course is designed to equip Parish and Town Councils with the skills and confidence to successfully apply for external funding. Whether you're new to bid writing or looking...

Chair Clerks and Officers Finance Training

16 Sept 2025 Training News

Tuesday's Training Treat

Northamptonshire County Association of Local Councils, Marie Reilly

Tuesday's Training Treat

We’re pleased to invite you to our upcoming training course focused on the Section 106 agreements regime and the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)—a vital topic for Parish and Town Councils. This is...

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

2 Sept 2025 Training News

Tuesday's Training Treat

Northamptonshire County Association of Local Councils, Marie Reilly

Tuesday's Training Treat

Town and Parish Councils know that it would be good practice to conduct appraisals, as well as giving them a golden opportunity to develop effective communication links with the workforce. However man...

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

15 Jul 2025 Training News

REMINDER

Northamptonshire County Association of Local Councils, Marie Reilly

REMINDER

You do not currently have permission to book this event - error message. This is a reminder, that all paid for events require the clerk to be logged into the website to book training. If you see a mes...

Annual Conference Chair Clerks and Officers Conference Councillors Event Free Course Training Workshop

14 Jul 2025 Training News

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