Author: Helen Carrier
An introduction to Microsoft 365 and Licensing
Cloudy IT are holding a free virtual summit "An introduction to Microsoft 365 and Licensing", which is taking place on Thursday 30 September at 10am.
The session will cover the fundamentals of Microsoft 365, including the different licences, storage, file sharing and the apps you get with your subscription and how these can be used to run a more efficient council (Bookings, Forms, Planner amongst others).... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 16 Sep 2021 12:00 by Helen Carrier
Recruitment and Vacancies
We are currently getting a number of enquiries about recruitment and how to do it properly, and there seems to be a lot of Clerks on the move at the moment. In response, our HR advisers have drafted the attached guidance notice which may be helpful.
Posted: Wed, 25 Aug 2021 08:30 by Helen Carrier
CiLCA success
Congratulations to Aileen Beck, Clerk at South Walsham Parish Council, who has obtained her CiLCA qualification after being successfully tutored by Gabbie, our CiLCA recognised trainer. Congratulations Aileen!
Posted: Tue, 17 Aug 2021 09:30 by Helen Carrier
New training course: Chairing in-person meetings
Chairing in-person meetings, 7pm to 9pm on Wednesday, 22 September
Effectively chairing in-person meetings and events requires a range of skills. This practical session explores strategies and techniques to help new and experienced councillors alike to get the most from the meetings they chair, including skills to encourage everyone to participate and to manage conflict when it arises.
Posted: Fri, 13 Aug 2021 09:09 by Helen Carrier
Useful guides and resources for local and parish councils
To help local and parish councils stay fully informed and up-to-date with the latest risk management advice and information, BHIB regularly publish useful guides and resources on their website.
To read the latest free guides, visit https://www.bhibcouncils.co.uk/latest-useful-guides-and-resources-for-councils/
Here you will find different risk assessment templates for councils, as well as handy checklists,... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 11 Aug 2021 14:00 by Helen Carrier
Locum Clerk & RFO required for Drayton Parish Council
Drayton Parish Council seeks an experienced Locum Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer from Monday 6 September 2021 for approx. three months, while the Council undertakes the recruitment process for a permanent Clerk.
For more information please go to the Vacancies page
Posted: Sun, 08 Aug 2021 11:45 by Helen Carrier
VACANCY: Marshland St James Parish Council
Marshland St James Parish Council has a vacancy for a Parish Clerk & RFO. For more information on this role and other roles please go to the Vacancies page.
Posted: Mon, 02 Aug 2021 10:45 by Helen Carrier
Star Council Awards 2021 - Norfolk ALC are finalists!
The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) has today announced who is in the running for the 2021 Star Council Awards.
The Star Councils Awards recognise the effective work done by local (parish and town) councils, councillors, county associations and clerks.
This year, the theme focuses on projects that have positively impacted communities in the context of COVID-19. NALC received a record number... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 28 Jul 2021 14:45 by Helen Carrier
GDPR and FOI
Is your Council operating in accordance with current legislation and best practice? Book your place on these essential courses, FOI – 10am on 27 July and GDPR – 7pm on 28 July.
Posted: Tue, 20 Jul 2021 08:30 by Helen Carrier
VACANCY: Salthouse Parish Council
Salthouse Parish Council has a vacancy for a Parish Clerk & RFO. For more information on this role and other roles please go to the Vacancies page.
Posted: Thu, 15 Jul 2021 10:35 by Helen Carrier