ABOUT
The coronavirus pandemic has had a profound impact on many lives, the economy and local communities. Local (parish and town) councils are having to think differently about how they work, connect and engage with their communities to reflect this new context. Local councils were at the heart of the initial response to the pandemic and will play a vital role in the local leadership needed through the recovery and beyond.
Throughout the next 18-months, the new online event series will bring together national influencers, policymakers and decision-makers, along with people from across the local council sector to share the latest ideas and inspiration on how we can build back stronger and more resilient communities for the future.
EVENT TYPES
The online events will run in two different formats, Leaders talk and In conversation. All online events will run on the Zoom platform.
Leaders talk feature leading organisations and policymakers, which will give insight into how the national strategy is developing. It will consider the significant issues facing communities and provide a new perspective on them.
In conversation gives councillors and clerks from across the country, an opportunity to connect, share best practice and learn from one another from the comfort of their home or workplace.
NB: NALC reserves the right to change the programme at any time.
SCHEDULE
Health and Wellbeing Week
28 - 30 October 2020
Sponsors: BHIB Councils Insurance, Blachere Illumination, CCLA, Came & Company Local Council Insurance, the Centre for Ageing Better, the Epilepsy Society, HAGS and Parish Online
Before lockdown, many local councils across England were stepping up to the plate to get involved in the health and wellbeing agenda in their communities. COVID-19 has now permanently embedded the crucial role local councils have to play in health and wellbeing in their areas. An updated, online follow on to NALC’s original Spring Conference 2020 — Health and Wellbeing Week will showcase the relevance of local councils to all major aspects of community health – ranging from the future of health to partnership working. Book onto this exciting week of Leaders talks and In conversation sessions for an essential blend of strategic, practical and community-facing outcomes for your council residents.
Health and Wellbeing Week event listings:
Leaders talk: The future of health challenges post COVID-19
28 October 2020 — 11:30 – 12:30
NALC member: £30 — Non-member: £40
Sponsors: BHIB Councils Insurance, Blachere Illumination, CCLA, Came & Company Local Council Insurance, the Centre for Ageing Better, the Epilepsy Society, HAGS and Parish Online
This session will be a strategic look at how local councils can help their communities overcome the health challenges in their areas when the current pandemic eases. Listen to experts and principal authorities provide their vision on the future health challenges for communities and how local councils can support their communities to manage these issues.
Speakers: Olivia Butterworth, head of public participation at NHS England, Chrissie Geeson, head of localities and partnerships at Suffolk County Council and Jeremy Hughes CBE, consultant to the Royal Voluntary Service
Leaders talk: Collaboration for health and wellbeing
29 October 2020 — 11:30 – 12:30
NALC member: £30 — Non-member: £40
Sponsors: BHIB Councils Insurance, Blachere Illumination, CCLA, Came & Company Local Council Insurance, the Centre for Ageing Better, the Epilepsy Society, HAGS and Parish Online
Join this event to get a local and national perspective on how partnership working across different levels of local government and with other agencies can have a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of local communities. You will hear how relationships and the common aim of serving parished communities have led to improved outcomes across Essex, plus hear how local partnerships can support more people to enjoy their later life.
Speakers: Danielle Frost, health and wellbeing officer at the Essex Association of Local Councils, Dr Mike Gogarty, director of wellbeing, public health and communities at Essex County Council and Justin Newman, director of strategy and partnerships at the Centre for Ageing Better
Leaders talk: Local councils and hidden disabilities
30 October 2020 — 11:30 – 12:30
NALC member: £30 — Non-member: £40
Sponsors: BHIB Councils Insurance, Blachere Illumination, CCLA, Came & Company Local Council Insurance, the Centre for Ageing Better, the Epilepsy Society, HAGS and Parish Online
Local councils are best placed to understand the hidden disabilities in their communities. Hear from sector specialists on how to recognise residents with dementia and epilepsy and how your local council can ensure their wellbeing and safety. You will also hear from two councillors who have installed projects in their area to support residents with hidden disabilities. You will come away with a unique understanding of what hidden disabilities look like, how your council can safeguard residents in local groups and the future of safeguarding post-COVID-19.
Speakers: Cllr Liz Hitchins, chair of Dementia Friendly Parishes around the Yealm, Clare Pelham, chief executive of the Epilepsy Society and Ian Sheriff, academic partnership lead for dementia at the University of Plymouth
Leaders talk: Supporting mental health in your community
30 October 2020 — 13:30 – 14:30
NALC member: £30 — Non-member: £40
Sponsors: BHIB Councils Insurance, Blachere Illumination, CCLA, Came & Company Local Council Insurance, the Centre for Ageing Better, the Epilepsy Society, HAGS and Parish Online
Now more than ever, the challenge of mental health is of increasing importance. This event will focus on those challenges and how local councils can support their communities. We are living through unprecedented times, where many are face isolation and fear that they have never experienced before. You will hear from the leading mental health charity and other organisations to learn about how to support mental health in your communities. You will be able to share your own experiences and ideas on how your council is finding solutions for residents on mental health.
Speaker: Amy Browne, stewardship lead at CCLA, Paul Farmer, chief executive at Mind and Imogen Smith, senior project officer at Communities Prepared
In conversation: Frome — youth first
17 November 2020 — 12.00 - 13.15
NALC member: £30 — Non-member: £40
Sponsors: BHIB Councils Insurance, Blachere Illumination and CCLA
Come and learn about Frome Town Council’s unique youth services offer. See how this dynamic council has engaged with all cross-sections of Frome’s young people during the COVID-19 lockdown, working with different local stakeholders. Learn about the council’s People’s Budget plans for a funded young people project. Find out about the council’s dynamic Link and Learn training for young people. See how the council is delivering its excellent Power of Play training – engaging with active young people whilst social distancing in Frome.
Speakers: Rachel Griffin, marketing and communications manager and Kate Hellard, community development manager at Frome Town Council
In conversation: Biggleswade — strategic planning for larger projects
26 January 2021 — 12.00 - 13:15
NALC member: £30 — Non-member: £40
Sponsors: BHIB Councils Insurance, Blachere Illumination and CCLA
Come and learn about Biggleswade Town Council’s unique approach to strategic planning. See how this dynamic council uses strategic planning to deliver projects across all local public policy areas, working with vastly different bodies. Be inspired by a town council from whom we should all be learning about how strategic planning can enable effective delivery of all types of public policy outcome.
Speakers: Cllr Madeline Russell and Peter Tarrant, chief executive and town clerk at Biggleswade Town Council
Building back communities week
22 – 25 March 2021
Single event: NALC member: £30 — Non-member: £40
Full week (seven sessions): NALC member: £210 — Non-member: £260
Before lockdown, many local councils across England had already proven beyond measure their worth to the resilience agenda in their communities. COVID-19 has now permanently embedded the crucial role local councils have to play in community resilience in their areas. An updated, online follow on to NALC’s original Annual Conference 2020 — Building Back Communities Week will showcase the relevance of local councils to all major aspects of community resilience during and after the COVID-19 lockdown – ranging from the future of community resilience to partnership working. Book onto this exciting week of Leaders talks and In conversation sessions for an essential blend of strategic, practical and community-facing outcomes for your council residents.
SPONSORS
Find out more about our Rebuilding Communities online event series sponsors:
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BHIB Council Insurance
BHIB Councils Insurance is part of BHIB Insurance Brokers, who are one of the UK’s leading independent commercial insurance brokers with a proud history dating back over 50 years. During this time, BHIB has delivered bespoke insurance programmes and advice to the public, private and charity sectors as well as membership organisations. With local councils providing an ever-growing range of services, it is more important than ever to have sector experts you can rely on and be partnered with to provide insurance and risk management advice to ensure you have the right knowledge and protection for your council and the community you represent. BHIB Councils Insurance is partnered with the UK's largest insurer, Aviva, to provide a tailor-made, bespoke insurance policy for local councils. This coupled with their own specialist risk manager who can provide risk management support, advice and training mean they can respond to all your needs.
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Blachere Illumination
Blachere Illumination will transform your town centre’s winter and festive lighting with the perfect scheme to meet your budget. As the world’s leading manufacturer and supplier of winter and architectural lighting, they take care of everything from design through to installation and dismantling and even offer a hire service.
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CCLA
CCLA has managed local authority funds for over 40 years and charitable funds for 60 years. The Public Sector Deposit Fund – a simple, low-risk solution for cash. The Local Authorities’ Property Fund – increasing your income, diversifying your risk.
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Came & Company Local Council Insurance
Came & Company Local Council Insurance was established in 2006, founded on the belief that whether acting as a local councillor, trustee, employee or volunteer, good people giving of themselves for the benefit of their community should be appropriately protected. Since their launch and through the strong support of their proposition across the sector, they now provide insurance solutions to in excess of 4,000 local council and community groups.
Came & Company are delighted to support the new and innovative Health and Wellbeing Week.
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Centre for Ageing Better
The UK’s population is undergoing a massive age shift. In less than 20 years, one in four people will be over 65. The fact that many of us are living longer is a great achievement. But unless radical action is taken by the government, business and others in society, millions of us risk missing out on enjoying those extra years. At the Centre for Ageing Better they want everyone to enjoy later life. They create change in policy and practice informed by evidence and work with partners across England to improve employment, housing, health and communities. They are a charitable foundation, funded by The National Lottery Community Fund, and part of the government’s What Works Network.
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Epilepsy Society
Their vision is a full life for everyone affected by epilepsy. They want everyone affected by epilepsy to have the best opportunity for a full life – as free from seizures as possible. They set out to make a difference to every person affected by epilepsy whatever their background, however seriously it affects them, and whether they have the condition themselves or are close to someone with epilepsy. Their mission is to enhance the quality of life of people affected by epilepsy by promoting public awareness and education, by undertaking world-leading research and by delivering specialist medical care and support services.
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HAGS
HAGS has been designing, manufacturing, installing and servicing commercial recreational equipment for over 70 years. As an integral part of the global leader PlayPower Inc, the business supplies play, sports and fitness, park and urban, marine and shade equipment to communities around the world. Aiming to inspire all generations by designing innovative play and recreational equipment that is fun, safe and inclusive, while promoting the health and wellbeing of children and adults. HAGS can provide a turnkey solution for every project, with design, consultation, supply and installation, after-sales and inspection and maintenance.
HAGS’ newest collaborative partnership is with the UK Outdoor gym leader, TGO (The Great Outdoor Gym Company). Together, their vision is to activate the health of people and the planet. The goal is simple – to provide a movement journey for all. HAGS Fitness powered by TGO will create the next generation of family-friendly outdoor fitness spaces, inclusive for all generations from young to old and for inactive to active.
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Parish Online
Parish Online is a self-service online mapping tool that helps your local council use maps to make council tasks more efficient and ultimately save money. Parish Online helps councils improve their local management of assets and improves efficiency and communication with principle authorities and the public, all using digital mapping.
Some of the most common uses are for building neighbourhood plans, recording street assets, insurance liabilities, and planning events. It is most intensively used for neighbourhood plans but has also become an essential location to store parish records so they can be shared with colleagues and passed effortlessly to an incoming clerk.
Parish Online has been designed to be easy-to-use. It is a fully web-based system with no hardware or software to install. It comes pre-loaded with all the necessary background data including Ordnance Survey maps, aerial photography, Land Registry boundaries, listed buildings, SSSIs, AONBs and flood zones, among others. The Parish Online website has comprehensive training videos and supports to make using Parish Online easy for any skill level.