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Spring Conference 2019
Final Reminder.
We are sorting topics and finalising a programme for our Spring Conference on 14 March at the Roundwood Function & Conference Centre, Taverham. Let us know who you would like to hear from and/or any topics you would like to see included in before we finalise our line up this month!
Contact us by email at countyofficer@norfolkalc.gov.uk
Posted: Mon, 07 Jan 2019 10:00 by Helen Carrier
New vacancies added
Find out more about vacancies available in local councils in Norfolk by clicking here.
Posted: Fri, 04 Jan 2019 14:15 by Helen Carrier
Government consults on technical changes to the Community Infrastructure Levy
The Government has announced a consultation on technical changes to the Community Infrastructure Levy. These changes aim to reduce its complexity and increase its market responsiveness and transparency. While the proposed reforms do not affect how town and parish councils receive and use their share of any CIL funds, it is nevertheless of interest to US. More information can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/developer-contributions-reform-technical-consultation... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 04 Jan 2019 10:00 by Helen Carrier
Latest Norfolk ALC E-Newsletter - 3 January 2019
Latest Norfolk ALC E-Newsletter
Posted: Thu, 03 Jan 2019 15:00 by Helen Carrier
The Police and Crime Commissioner’s 2019/2020 budget and council tax consultation
The PCC's 2019/2020 budget and council tax consultation was launched yesterday. See attached. This runs until Wednesday 30th January 2019. Here is the link to the survey for responding: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/PoliceBudget2019-20Consultation/. Feedback is also invited by telephone to 01953 424455, by email to TellLorne@norfolk.pnn.police.uk or by post to OPCCN, Building 8, Jubilee House, Falconers... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 03 Jan 2019 14:00 by Helen Carrier
Recycling – seasonal reminder
For information on the range of items that can be taken to recycling centres for free, and details of reuse shops - visit www.norfolk.gov.uk/recycling. Greetings cards, Christmas trees, unwanted or broken electrical items including Christmas lights, and excess cardboard and other materials can all be recycled. Wrapping paper can also be taken to the recycling centre or put in the kerbside recycling... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 03 Jan 2019 10:01 by Helen Carrier
Section 137 spending limit for 2019/2020
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government has advised that the appropriate sum for the purpose of section 137(4)(a) of the Local Government Act 1972 for parish and town councils in England for 2019-20 is £8.12.
This is the amount that results from increasing the amount of 2018-19 (£7.86) by the percentage increase in the retail index between September 2017 and September 2018,... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 02 Jan 2019 09:27 by Helen Carrier
Norfolk Local Access Forum
The Norfolk Local Access Forum is comprised of up to 22 people covering a range of interests in countryside access in Norfolk, including walking; cycling; horse riding; landowners; conservation; other interests (including health, tourism, business, access for all, heritage, education) and are seeking new members. The Forum provides independent advice to a number of organisations including Norfolk County... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 02 Jan 2019 09:25 by Helen Carrier
Election Training 2019
These courses are filling up, don't miss out and book now!
Thursday 7 February 2019 at 10am
1 CPD Points
£30 + VAT
10am-12noon
Carrowbreck House, Hellesdon
1 CPD Points
£30 + VAT
7-9pm
Necton Community Centre
Thursday, 2 May 2019 is local council election day, when new Town and Parish Councillors are elected for the next 4-year term of office.
This course explains the process... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 28 Dec 2018 14:30 by Helen Carrier
Community Biodiversity Awards 2019
The Community Biodiversity Awards 2019 are now open for nominations. Please see here for details. Nominations will close on 30 April 2019.
Posted: Thu, 27 Dec 2018 11:00 by Helen Carrier
