The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) has published the Joint Panel on Accountability and Governance (JPAG) 2022 edition of the Practitioners’ Guide. The 2022 edition of the guide has made updates to section five on the non-statutory guidance for clerks and responsible financial officers. This section leads councils to prepare and take their AGAR and […]
The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) has opened nominations for the Star Council Awards 2022 as part of its work to recognise the achievements of the local (parish and town) council sector. As the only awards in England recognising the contribution local councils make to their communities, the Star Council Awards are an opportunity […]
Our 2022 Q1 courses are now live for booking and include courses such as Councillor Fundamentals, Climate Change and Sustainability and Legal powers, policies and committees. To book please visit our booking site: https://bookwhen.com/spca To view Commuications courses available through Breakthrough Communications please visit: County Association Training Events – Breakthrough Communications (breakthroughcomms.co.uk)
Staffordshire Parish Councils Association and Staffordshire County Council are jointly hosting an evening webinar which both clerks and councillors are invited to attend. Held virtually on 27 September 18:00 – 20:00, this will be a chance to hear a strategic update from both organisations, and discuss upcoming opportunities for us to work together. There is […]
The following statement has today been published by Lawyers in Local Government (LLG) 28.04.21 Judgement on Virtual Meeting Provisions The application to the High Court made by ADSO, LLG and Hertfordshire County Council in relation to virtual meeting provision for local authorities has today been dismissed. The court concluded that: “…. the Secretary of […]
We know that loneliness can affect everyone differently and there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. But we want you to know that you’re not alone and there are small steps that you can take to help you feel better and get the support you need. Staffordshire County Council has put together some practical tips to help you to […]
New Courses added this week for website accessibility
SPCA are delighted to announce the launch of the CiLCA Portfolio Course which will run twice yearly starting in March 2021. The course will be run by Lisa Horritt, a recognised CiLCA trainer who has over 8 years experience in the sector and a CiLCA qualification For more details please visit the training section of […]
There are a number of new job listings in our vacancies section. Please visit under the news section and see if any roles are of interest.
New SPCA website with improved information sections and an in depth training information area
New Courses added this week for website accessibility