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NALC and the SLCC sign the partnership statement and memorandum of understanding
The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) and the Society of Local Council Clerks (SLCC) have signed the partnership statement and memorandum of understanding.
At the SLCC's 50th anniversary National Conference on 3 November 2022, Cllr Keith Stevens, NALC chair and Steve Trice, SLCC chair, both formally signed the statement.
Cllr Stevens said: “NALC and SLCC have a long track record of working together to promote, support and improve local (parish and town) councils. I’m delighted to renew our important partnership through the memorandum of understanding.”
Mr Trice said: "The memorandum of understanding is critical as it highlights our collaborative commitment to developing a strong and effective partnership to support clerks, councillors and councils in delivering for their communities."
The two organisations reaffirmed their support for councils to be members of NALC and their county associations and for clerks to be members of the SLCC and be active in their county branches. The protocol highlights these aspirations.
NALC and SLCC meet regularly to promote the partnership and deliver on vital joint projects, including a workforce strategy covering retention and recruitment, pay and other terms of employment.
Both organisations will continue to champion good governance and promote high standards of behaviour through the Civility and Respect Project, which will continue into 2023.