Resources

The Good Councillor's Guide to Finance and Transparency cover image

15 Jan 2025

NALC publishes the new edition of The Good Councillor's Guide to Finance

We have published the second edition of the guide, a must-have resource for councillors who want to navigate the ins and outs of local council finance confidently.

News

Members only

14 Jan 2025

NALC committee meeting dates

A list of meeting dates for our committee, networks and chair and vice-chair meetings.

Members only

08 Jan 2025

NALC committee members

A list of current members sitting on our committees.

06 Jan 2025

Open letter: Community tier of local government rising to the challenge

Our chair reflects on the achievements of parish and town councils over the past year and outlines priorities for the future.

Open letters

Members only

20 Dec 2024

Power Shift 2025: Will devolution deliver?

Our chief executive reflects on the publications of the government's English Devolution White Paper.

Blogs

17 Dec 2024

Join the devolution revolution at Power Shift 2025 as NALC marks its return to in-person events

Are you ready to seize the moment and redefine the role of parish and town councils in England's democracy?

News

17 Dec 2024

NALC's latest study tour to discover Braunstone Town Council's award-winning innovations

We are thrilled to announce the launch of an exclusive study tour to Braunstone Town Council between 20 and 21 May 2025.

News

17 Dec 2024

NALC launches full suite of online events for 2025/26

We have officially unveiled its highly anticipated online events programme for the 2025/26 financial year.

News

09 Dec 2024

NALC announces Star Council Awards 2024 finalists

We are delighted to unveil the prestigious Star Council Awards 2024 finalists, showcasing the best of parish and town councils.

News

06 Dec 2024

Managing your account

This video will guide you through how to manage your account, from updating contact details and changing contact preferences to setting your interested subject matter and more.

Videos

23 Nov 2024

NALC renews longstanding partnership with Clear Councils to support parish and town councils

We are delighted to announce the renewal of our valued partnership with Clear Councils, reaffirming a shared commitment to strengthening local governance.

News

13 Nov 2024

NALC calls for a strengthened partnership with the government

Our Annual General Meeting pressed for a closer partnership with the new government to spotlight parish and town councils.

News

01 Nov 2024

Using the resource library

This video will guide you through the main function of the resource library, including what it is, what it contains, how to find various resources, and how to use different functions.

Videos

29 Oct 2024

Our Staff Handbook is an essential resource detailing employment policies, benefits, and workplace standards, including leave, flexible working, IT, and health guidelines to support a productive and compliant work environment.

Publications

Members only

21 Oct 2024

NALC at the LGA Annual Conference 2024

Find out more about our plans to increase the visibility of parish and town councils at the Local Government Association Annual Conference.

Events

Members only

17 Oct 2024

Annual Report 2023/24

Our annual report provides a comprehensive overview of our financial performance, business activities, and overall health over the past fiscal year.

Publications

16 Oct 2024

NALC publishes its quarterly activity report

We have published our quarterly activity report covering July to September 2024, which details progress in delivering our strategic plan

News

Members only

16 Oct 2024

NALC Quarterly Activity Report (July - September 2024)

Our Quarterly Activity Report shows progress in delivering our strategic plan, including information on internal matters, parliamentary and government affairs, events, media coverage, publications and advisory services.