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NALC publishes joint letter on Remembrance events

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC), the Local Government Association (LGA) and the Royal British Legion (RBL) have published a joint letter to all councils regarding Remembrance events.

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23

NALC announces the latest Local Council Award Scheme results

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) has announced the latest Local Council Award Scheme (LCAS) results.  

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23

NALC opens governance elections for committee members

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) on 23 August 2023 officially kicked off its governance elections, inviting its National Assembly members to elect the NALC chair, NALC vice-chairs and committee members.

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23

LGA Liberal Democrat Group: Why do parish councils matter?

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Author: Cllr Joe Harris, leader of the LGA Liberal Democrat Group 


In the complex web of local governance in England, one of the most vital and often overlooked institutions is the humble parish or town council.

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22

NALC's LGBT+ national network launches a new survey

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) LGBT+ national network for councillors has launched a survey to help shape the network's future. 

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21

Local MP meets with Littleport Town Council to discuss youth provisions

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Member of Parliament (MP) for South East Cambridgeshire, Lucy Frazer MP, met with Littleport Town Council to explore ways of improving youth provision across the area.

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LGA Labour Group: Why do parish councils matter?

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Author: Cllr Shaun Davies, chair of the Local Government Association (LGA) and former leader of the LGA Labour Group 


Along with being a Leader of Telford and Wrekin Council and the LGA Labour Group, it's been my real honour to be elected to the local councils that serve my ward; Lawley and Overdale Parish Council since 2019 and the Great Dawley Town Council since 2007, and Chair since 2011. I know first-hand the importance of our parish, town and community councils.

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16

NALC and LGA collaborate to boost the development of larger councils

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) and the Local Government Association (LGA) have allied to enhance the capabilities and growth of local (parish and town) councils.

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NALC becomes a White Ribbon Accredited organisation

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) has become a White Ribbon Accredited organisation for its commitment to ending men’s violence against women in the workplace and the local community.

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15

NALC to develop new planning guides 

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) to develop new planning guides for local (parish and town) councils as part of its support package on housing and planning matters.

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10

NALC has released extra tickets for digital engagement online event

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) has released extra tickets to its sold-out online event on engaging with local communities through digital engagement, which takes place on 27 September 2023.

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09

NALC creates a new webpage dedicated to planning

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) has created a new section on its website to help local (parish and town) councils in their local engagement with the planning system.

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09

LGA Conservative Group: Why do parish councils matter?

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Author: Cllr Izzi Seccombe OBE, former leader of the LGA Conservative Group


I am delighted to have the opportunity to submit this essay explaining why I believe that parish and town councils matter. I am also looking forward to engaging in a wider discussion on these issues with colleagues from the other LGA political groups at the fringe session NALC is organising at the LGA Conference on 5 July 2023. 

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02

Make a difference in climate change this International Youth Day

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Author: Jamie Sims, communications officer at Hope for the Future


For young people today, the climate and nature crisis is a central issue - one which has drawn many of us into engagement with the democratic system. This can be seen in the rapid global spread of school climate strikes. My own engagement with collective political action was in large part sparked by getting involved in a campaign for divestment from fossil fuel investments as a student. Of course, there are good reasons for this surge of interest in environmentalism among younger generations. We all have an interest in a livable and healthy planet and want to see our natural environment protected and restored.

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01

NALC holds an event to demystify the role of local councillors

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) held an online event about demystifying the role of local councillors on 26 July 2023, which looked at a local councillor's role and the crucial skillset they require.

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The government commits funding to Neighbourhood Planning Support Programme

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The government committed an additional £7.1 million to the Neighbourhood Planning Support Programme on 25 July 2023.

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JUL
31

Climate emergency network appoints new co-chair

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) national network on climate emergency appointed new co-chairs at its meeting on 27 July 2023.

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JUL
31

NALC submits written evidence on Martyn's Law

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) has submitted written evidence to the Home Affairs Committee, which is undertaking pre-legislative scrutiny of the Draft Terrorism (Prevention of Premises) Bill.

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27

NALC moves closer to White Ribbon accreditation

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) has moved closer to becoming White Ribbon accredited after its steering group met on 25 July 2023.

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JUL
26

Visualising local Census 2021 data

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Author: Jessica Bailey, deputy head of outreach and engagement, Office for National Statistics


Everyone benefits from the census. The data provided helps councils, charities and businesses plan and fund the local and national services we all rely on, wherever we live, across England and Wales. 

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25

Princess Royal opens parish council affordable housing development 

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Her Royal Highness, The Princess Royal, opened Kent-based Staple Parish Council's rural housing development on 18 July 2023. 

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25

New members join the Smaller Councils Committee

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New members joined the National Association of Local Councils (NALC) Smaller Councils Committee at a meeting on 18 July 2023.

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21

NALC and the LGA to empower individuals to become local councillors

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) and the Local Government Association (LGA) have launched a new online event on how you can be the voice of your community by standing for election as a local councillor.

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19

The Fidelity Fiduciary App

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Author: Jeremy Leggett, policy advisor at ACRE 


If Michael Banks in ‘Mary Poppins’, were to wisely invest his tuppence in The Bank today, he would not give it, face-to face, to a cashier. The transition from banks with a branch in every town, to banks that aspire to have apps in every pocket has taken little time at all.  

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18

NALC represents local councils at the LGA Annual Conference 2023

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) represented local (parish and town) councils at the Local Government Association Annual Conference between 4 and 6 July 2023.

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18

National Assembly supports NALC's strategic direction

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The strategic direction of the National Association of Local Councils (NALC) was backed by its National Assembly on 11 July 2023.

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14

House of Lords backs NALC's call for remote meeting powers

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The House of Lords has backed calls from the National Association of Local Councils (NALC) for councils to be able to hold remote council meetings by voting to support an amendment to the Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill. 

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14

Great Dawley Town Council wins Gold award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme

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Great Dawley Town Council in Shropshire were recently awarded Gold in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, becoming one of the first local (parish and town) councils to win such an award. The Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) encourages employers to support defence and inspire other organisations to do the same.

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JUL
12

Unlock the full potential of your Online Community Engagement

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Author: Mark Luxton, digital community engagement lead at GoCollaborate 


With the rapidly evolving digital landscape, the face of community engagement has changed significantly. But are you optimising your online community engagement efforts effectively?

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11

NALC attends Net Zero Leicestershire event

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) attended the Leicestershire and Rutland Association of Local Councils (LRALC) and Leicestershire County Council (LCC) annual Net Zero Leicestershire event on 3 July 2023.

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11

The Rural Coalition urges the government not to ignore 9.7 million rural votes 

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) has joined the other thirteen national organisations that comprise The Rural Coalition to urge the government not to ignore England's 9.7 million rural votes.

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07

NALC makes its online event recordings accessible to watch again

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) has made its online event recordings freely available on its website.

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05

Tackling climate change and protecting nature in our council and communities

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Author: Jake Woodier, senior media and campaigns manager at The Climate Coalition 


Climate change and protecting our natural world is the greatest challenge of our time. It requires urgent and collaborative action from government through to local councils and our communities. While national and international efforts are crucial, there is great hope and belief in the change that takes place at the local level.

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04

NALC attends the Rural Insight Forum meeting

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) attended the Rural Insight Forum meeting on 23 June 2023, which focused on the government’s recent policy paper supporting growth and prosperity in rural areas.

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04

Study Tour 2023: Newport Pagnell Town Council

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) annual study tour returned for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic to Newport Pagnell Town Council in Buckinghamshire between 27 and 28 June 2023.

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04

NALC launches a new event on reconnecting communities through community transport

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) has launched a new online event on reconnecting communities through community transport on 27 March 2024.

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28

Alcester Town Council: A model for community health and well-being

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Author: Nadoya Reid, communications officer at the National Association of Local Councils 


Since 2016, NALC's Star Council Awards Council of the Year winner 2022, Alcester Town Council (ATC), has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the health and well-being of its residents. By establishing a Health and Well-being Board, the council has fostered a resilient community by nurturing social networks and building capacity. ATC has been at the forefront of promoting a thriving and inclusive community by focusing on creating connections, reducing isolation, and enhancing a sense of belonging. This blog post explores the remarkable initiatives undertaken by Alcester Town Council to support the health and well-being of its residents.

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JUN
23

NALC launches a new event on social media in the local council sector

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) has launched a new online event on the good, the bad, and the ugly of social media in the local council sector on 28 February 2024.

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23

NALC supports Whitstable campaign for a new town council

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) showed its support to Whitstable’s campaign for a new town council at the campaigns public launch on 7 June 2023. 

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21

Five ways to kickstart LGBTQ+ inclusion at work

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Author: Stonewall


Whether you’re LGBTQ+ or an ally, whether you head up your organisation or you’re in an entry-level role, everybody should feel able to make their workplace a little more inclusive. Here, we’ll share five top tips for kickstarting LGBTQ+ inclusion at your organisation, regardless of shape or size.

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15

Young councillors network discusses how to make the network more effective

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) National Network: Young councillors met on 7 June 2023 to discuss how to make the network more effective for councillors.

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NALC launches a new event on how local councils can benefit from the levelling up agenda

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) has launched a new online event on how local councils can benefit from the levelling up agenda, taking place on 31 January 2024.

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NALC to represent local councils at the LGA Annual Conference 2023

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) is to attend the LGA Annual Conference 2023 to represent the interests of local (parish and town) councils.

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Empowering local communities: Parish and town councils' role in the Great Big Green Week

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Author: Jake Woodier of The Climate Coalition


Organised by The Climate Coalition, Great Big Green Week is a celebration of community action to address climate change and protect our natural world. Now in its third year, this nationwide event brings together communities and groups from across the country to showcase their efforts in safeguarding the planet. Local (parish and town) councils have a vital role to play in supporting and promoting Great Big Green Week alongside people from all walks of life that engage in the campaign. 

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13

NALC attends the Rural Insight Forum meeting

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) attend the Rural Insight Forum meeting, held by the Department for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), on 26 May 2023.

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12

NALC calls for receipt shares from the new planning levy

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This week, the National Association of Local Councils (NALC) urged the government to ensure that local (parish and town) councils, with or without a made neighbourhood plan, receive proper receipts from the new Infrastructure Levy. 

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09

NALC launches a new event on winning strategies for the funding game

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) has launched a new online event on winning strategies for the funding game, taking place on 15 December 2023.

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08

NALC pushes for electricity network funding for local councils

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This week, the National Association of Local Councils (NALC) urged the government to give local (parish and town) councils direct access to funding for the rollout of local electricity transmission infrastructure.

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07

NALC call for submissions for a new planning publication

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The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) is asking local (parish and town) councils to submit planning case studies for a new planning publication as part of a new dedicated planning webpage.

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07

Make June your Month of Community 

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Author: Tracey Robbins, head of UK delivery at Eden Project Communities


This June, the third annual Month of Community will occur across the UK. We came together with a group of partners to start the initiative in 2021, recognising so many wonderful campaigns taking place around the same time of year. This includes The Big Lunch, our annual get-together for neighbours bringing communities across the UK together for friendship, food and fun on the first weekend in June. 

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