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Parkinson Partnership: Finance for councillors
Tue, 26 Sep 2023 10:00
The Parkinson Partnership is a retained financial adviser to YLCA (and other county associations in England) and we have received an update on additional courses that are being provided by them. These sessions are being offered nationally and the places on them are snapped up quite quickly, so please act swiftly to get bookings into us.
Te sessions are interactive - delegates will need a device with a reasonable screen size such as a PC, laptop, or tablet to be able to participate fully.
The cost is £30 per delegate for each session.
- Venue:
- Webinar
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Off to a Flying Start Part 1
Tue, 26 Sep 2023 18:30
Time: 6.30pm to 8.30pm
Cost: £33.40 or £16.70 with small council bursary
The session is specifically aimed at new councillors but is also suited to councillors that have done training previously but want to refresh their knowledge. We will look at a wide range of issues including the roles, responsibilities and duties of the Council, a Councillor, the Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer.
Only book onto this session if you are booking Part 2.
Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JnC6AUMWRGqp-Y6uQU4qFw
- Venue:
- Zoom
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Off to a Flying Start Part 2
Wed, 27 Sep 2023 18:30
Time: 6.30pm to 8.30pm
Cost: £33.40 or £16.70 with small council bursary
The continuation of this course. Only book onto this session if you are also booking on the Part 1 session.
Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hpQdjIwYQM-HOBygW8Lttw
- Venue:
- Zoom
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Parkinson Partnership: VAT for unregistered councils ( VAT 126)
Thu, 28 Sep 2023 10:00
The Parkinson Partnership is a retained financial adviser to YLCA (and other county associations in England) and we have received an update on additional courses that are being provided by them. These sessions are being offered nationally and the places on them are snapped up quite quickly, so please act swiftly to get bookings into us.
The sessions are interactive - delegates will need a device with a reasonable screen size such as a PC, laptop, or tablet to be able to participate fully.
The cost is £30 per delegate for each session.
- Venue:
- Webinar
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Chairs Discussion Forum
Mon, 02 Oct 2023 18:45
Time: 6.45pm to 7.45pm
Free of Charge
Chairs have the opportunity to network and raise issues they face when chairing meetings or in general, for example, how to deal with disruptive behaviour, how to manage a meeting lawfully. There will be a YLCA Officer in attendance as a facilitator and to give information where necessary.
Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_otg7w1O5SjSeLTxzHDWjgA
- Venue:
- Zoom
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Parkinson Partnership: VAT for registered councils
Tue, 03 Oct 2023 10:00
The Parkinson Partnership is a retained financial adviser to YLCA (and other county associations in England) and we have received an update on additional courses that are being provided by them. These sessions are being offered nationally and the places on them are snapped up quite quickly, so please act swiftly to get bookings into us.
The cost is £30 per delegate for each session.
- Venue:
- Webinar
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Breakthrough Communications Training: Communicating with your community Part 1 – Creating a communications strategy
Tue, 03 Oct 2023 11:57
Part 1 – Creating a communications strategy
It's important for councils of all shapes and sizes to create a public communications strategy that supports the delivery of your council's priorities, aims and objectives. In this session we explore latest best practice for creating an effective, sustainable and resource-appropriate communications strategy that fits with the needs and aspirations of your council.
Cost £30.00
- Venue:
- webinar
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Induction for new Clerks
Wed, 04 Oct 2023 09:30
Time: 9.30am to 12.30pm
Cost: £50.00 or £25.00 with small council bursary
The session will include the production of lawful agendas, effective minutes, learning legislation for local councils, introduction to accounts, the financial regime and lots of time for questions and answers throughout the session. It is a must for every new clerk or for clerks that have been in post for some time but have never completed this training.
Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HgSByrn0SEaux3vtC9zcbQ
- Venue:
- Zoom
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Breakthrough Communications: Communicating with your community Part 2 – Engaging with your community
Wed, 04 Oct 2023 11:00
This session will help you consider how to implement your communications strategy and engage with your community. We explore how councils can communicate and engage, as well as building sustainable conversations. Discover the tools, strategies and techniques needed to better promote your own messages but also to better respond to the voices within your local community.
Cost £30:00
- Venue:
- Webinar
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Parkinson Partnership: Finance for councillors
Thu, 05 Oct 2023 10:00
he Parkinson Partnership is a retained financial adviser to YLCA (and other county associations in England) and we have received an update on additional courses that are being provided by them. These sessions are being offered nationally and the places on them are snapped up quite quickly, so please act swiftly to get bookings into us.
The sessions are interactive - delegates will need a device with a reasonable screen size such as a PC, laptop, or tablet to be able to participate fully.
The cost is £30 per delegate for each session.
- Venue:
- Webinar
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Breakthrough Communications: How council's can create a more diverse pool of councillors
Thu, 05 Oct 2023 11:00
t is increasingly challenging to find people who are willing to put their names forward either at election time or to be co-opted. We explore effective ways councils and councillors can engage people over time, building up their awareness and interest in the work of the council, in order to better promote and demystify the role of a councillor.
Cost: £30.00
- Venue:
- Webinar
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Craven Branch Meeting
Thu, 05 Oct 2023 19:00
Craven Branch Meeting at Skipton Town Hall commencing at 7pm
- Venue:
- Skipton Town Hall
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Data Protection for councils Part 1: Foundations & theory
Fri, 06 Oct 2023 11:00
In an ever-evolving legislative landscape, it is vital that councils ensure they have the most up-to-date understanding of their data protection obligations. This introductory session walks councils through the theory and core principles of GDPR and related data protection legislation, and we explain what policies, practices and processes councils need to have in place.
Cost: £30.00
- Venue:
- webinar
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Scarborough Branch Meeting
Mon, 09 Oct 2023 19:00
Scarborough Branch Meeting at Newby & Scalby Community Hub commencing at 7pm
- Venue:
- Newby & Scalby Community Hub
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Breakthrough Communications: How councils can engage effectively with young people in their communities
Tue, 10 Oct 2023 11:00
Young people are often a hard-to-reach demographic for councils to engage with. In this session we explore what we actually mean by the term 'young people', what issues matter to different groups of younger people, how to effectively reach and engage them, both online and offline, and how to build partnerships with youth-focused organisations in your area.
Cost: £30.00
- Venue:
- Webinar
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Parkinson Partnership: Finance for councillors
Tue, 10 Oct 2023 18:30
The Parkinson Partnership is a retained financial adviser to YLCA (and other county associations in England) and we have received an update on additional courses that are being provided by them. These sessions are being offered nationally and the places on them are snapped up quite quickly, so please act swiftly to get bookings into us.
The sessions are interactive - delegates will need a device with a reasonable screen size such as a PC, laptop, or tablet to be able to participate fully.
The cost is £30 per delegate for each session.
- Venue:
- Webinar
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Clerks Discussion Forum
Wed, 11 Oct 2023 14:00
Time: 2.00pm to 3.00pm
Free of Charge
An opportunity for clerks to liaise/network with other clerks on current topical issues.
Please register for the session at least the day before.
Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QHpoYN4LR5e4NP-8QtnYUw
- Venue:
- Zoom
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
South Pennine Branch Meeting
Wed, 11 Oct 2023 19:00
South Pennine Branch Meeting at Normanton Town Council commencing at 7pm
- Venue:
- Normanton Town Council
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Parkinson Partnership: Procurement
Thu, 12 Oct 2023 10:00
The Parkinson Partnership is a retained financial adviser to YLCA (and other county associations in England) and we have received an update on additional courses that are being provided by them. These sessions are being offered nationally and the places on them are snapped up quite quickly, so please act swiftly to get bookings into us.
The sessions are interactive - delegates will need a device with a reasonable screen size such as a PC, laptop, or tablet to be able to participate fully.
The cost is £30 per delegate for each session.
- Venue:
- Webinar
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
York Branch Meeting
Thu, 12 Oct 2023 19:00
York Branch Meeting at The Ship Inn, Acaster Malbis commencing at 7pm
- Venue:
- The Ship Inn Acaster Malbis
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Off to a Flying Start Part 1
Mon, 16 Oct 2023 13:30
Time: 1.30pm to 3.30pm
Cost: £33.40 or £16.70 with small council bursary
The session is specifically aimed at new councillors but is also suited to councillors that have done training previously but want to refresh their knowledge. We will look at a wide range of issues including the roles, responsibilities and duties of the Council, a Councillor, the Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer.
Only book onto this session if you are booking Part 2.
Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QcJVVA_uTxGVDHbz179SqA
- Venue:
- Zoom
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Harrogate Branch Meeting
Mon, 16 Oct 2023 19:00
Harrogate Branch Meeting at Harrogate Crescent Gardens , Council Chamber commencing at 7pm
- Venue:
- Harrogate Crescent Gardens
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Parkinson Partnership: Finance for councillors
Tue, 17 Oct 2023 10:00
The Parkinson Partnership is a retained financial adviser to YLCA (and other county associations in England) and we have received an update on additional courses that are being provided by them. These sessions are being offered nationally and the places on them are snapped up quite quickly, so please act swiftly to get bookings into us.
The sessions are interactive - delegates will need a device with a reasonable screen size such as a PC, laptop, or tablet to be able to participate fully.
The cost is £30 per delegate for each session.
- Venue:
- Webinar
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Leeds Branch Meeting
Tue, 17 Oct 2023 19:00
Leeds Branch Meeting at Swillington Village Hall commencing at 7pm
- Venue:
- Swillington Village Hall
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Breakthrough Communications: Get the most from local and regional media
Wed, 18 Oct 2023 10:30
t is increasingly challenging to find people who are willing to put their names forward either at election time or to be co-opted. We explore effective ways councils and councillors can engage people over time, building up their awareness and interest in the work of the council, in order to better promote and demystify the role of a councillor.
Cost: £30.00
- Venue:
- Webinar
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Hambleton Branch
Wed, 18 Oct 2023 19:00
Hambleton Branch Meeting via zoom commencing at 7pm
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86747945500
- Venue:
- Zoom
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Breakthrough Communications Training - Social Media Part 1: Getting started with social media for local councils
Thu, 19 Oct 2023 11:00
Time: 11.00am
Cost: £30.00
Social media provides councils with an opportunity to significantly enhance their communications. Discover how to get started on social media and how to get the fundamentals right. In this session we explore how to create a social media strategy, how to get the most out of Facebook in particular, and how to make use of time-saving tools and techniques save councils time and effort.
- Venue:
- webinar
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Role of the Clerk/Responsible Financial Officer (RFO) – FOR COUNCILLORS ONLY
Thu, 19 Oct 2023 18:30
Time: 6.30pm to 8.00pm
Cost: £25.00 or £12.50 with small council bursary
Councillors will be given a better understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a Clerk/RFO in this interactive session.
Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7cOl5Fw5T3GHYet3CGAlmw
- Venue:
- Zoom
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Ryedale Branch Meeting
Thu, 19 Oct 2023 19:00
Ryedale Branch Meeting at Ryedale House, Council Chamber commencing at 7pm
- Venue:
- Ryedale Hosue
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Richmondshire Branch Meeting
Mon, 23 Oct 2023 19:00
Richmondshire Branch Meeting at Scorton War Memorial Institute commencing at 7pm
- Venue:
- Scorton War Memorial Institute
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Duties, Powers and Policies
Tue, 24 Oct 2023 10:00
Time: 10.00am to 11.30am
Cost: £25.00 or £12.50 with small council bursary
This training session will look at the duties and powers of a local authority, including procedural duties relating to council meetings and which mandatory policies need to be adopted to ensure the council works lawfully.Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2S0xv9rpQne0KPzpD7cDMA
- Venue:
- Zoom
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Breakthrough Communications Training - Social Media Part 2: Advanced social media strategies and tactics for local councils
Tue, 24 Oct 2023 11:00
Time: 11.00am
Cost: £30.00
Many councils look to use a range of social media platforms in order to increase their digital reach into the community. In this session we explore how to get the most from each of the key social media platforms and how to ensure your social media content is delivering on your council's communications objectives. We also introduce how to effectively use social media advertising.
- Venue:
- webinar
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Breakthrough Communications Training - Canva Part 1 Getting Started
Tue, 24 Oct 2023 13:00
Time: 1.00pm
Cost: £30.00
This training session is designed to help councils get started with Canva and to get to grips with its essential features. Discover how councils can use Canva to create content for a variety of community engagement purposes, including printed material as well as for websites and social media. We will work through how to create new designs and how to make use of templates, how to add text and images, and customise their designs.
- Venue:
- webinar
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Chairs Discussion Forum
Tue, 24 Oct 2023 18:45
Time: 6.45pm to 7.45pm
Free of Charge
Chairs have the opportunity to network and raise issues they face when chairing meetings or in general, for example, how to deal with disruptive behaviour, how to manage a meeting lawfully. There will be a YLCA Officer in attendance as a facilitator and to give information where necessary.
Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NUsqryYLQ4yTLHUgx965dw
- Venue:
- Zoom
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Selby Branch Meeting
Tue, 24 Oct 2023 19:00
Selby Branch Meeting Tuesday, 24 October at Selby Town Hall commencing at 7pm
- Venue:
- Selby Town Hall
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Breakthrough Communications Training - Canva Part 2 Advanced
Wed, 25 Oct 2023 13:00
Time: 1.00pm
Cost: £30.00
his training session is designed for councils who already have experience with Canva and want to learn its more advanced features and techniques. Participants will learn how to use advanced tools to create complex designs and layouts as well as how to set up your council's brand. We will also explore how to integrate Canva with your social media, how to make use of its scheduling features and using Canva to create and edit video content.
- Venue:
- webinar
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Off to a Flying Start Part 2
Wed, 25 Oct 2023 13:30
Time: 1.30pm to 3.30pm
Cost: £33.40 or £16.70 with small council bursary
The continuation of this course. Only book onto this session if you are also booking on the Part 1 session.
Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4mhjWOglSdaArZfTO9RjzQ
- Venue:
- Zoom
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
South Yorkshire Branch Meeting
Wed, 25 Oct 2023 19:00
South Yorkshire Branch Meeting via zoom commencing at 7pm
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81384771829
- Venue:
- Zoom
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Breakthrough Communications Training - Councillors training: Social media skills for parish and town councillors
Wed, 25 Oct 2023 19:00
Time: 7.00pm
Cost: £30.00
Social media provides councillors an opportunity to engage and communicate with their residents. Building up two-way conversations through the power of digital platforms has never been easier, but it can be tricky to get started and to know where to focus your time and effort. We walk you through the essential ways to get the most out of key social media platforms as a local councillor, what issues to be mindful of, and we provide top tips to engage with your residents.
- Venue:
- webinar
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Parkinson Partnership: VAT for unregistered councils ( VAT 126)
Tue, 31 Oct 2023 10:00
The Parkinson Partnership is a retained financial adviser to YLCA (and other county associations in England) and we have received an update on additional courses that are being provided by them. These sessions are being offered nationally and the places on them are snapped up quite quickly, so please act swiftly to get bookings into us.
The sessions are interactive - delegates will need a device with a reasonable screen size such as a PC, laptop, or tablet to be able to participate fully.
The cost is £30 per delegate for each session.
- Venue:
- Webinar
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Closed Church of England Churchyards, Alan Fairchild MBE, FSLCC
Wed, 01 Nov 2023 18:30
Time: 6.30pm to 8.00pm
Cost: £25.00 or £12.50 with small council bursary
This session will be covering the following subjects:
- closing Church of England churchyards by Order in Council
- notification and objections to closure
- continuation of burials in closed churchyards
- transfer of maintenance responsibility to parish and district councils – legal and financial implications
- faculty jurisdiction and the role of parochial church councils (PCC)
- funding open churchyards and extensions – legal "grey" and uncertain areas
- memorial management, safety checks and repairs
- health and safety responsibilities of councils and the PCC
Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Q_cFyRTiQ36yTvMRHPgqcw
- Venue:
- Zoom
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Parkinson Partnership: Finance for councillors
Thu, 02 Nov 2023 10:00
The Parkinson Partnership is a retained financial adviser to YLCA (and other county associations in England) and we have received an update on additional courses that are being provided by them. These sessions are being offered nationally and the places on them are snapped up quite quickly, so please act swiftly to get bookings into us.
The sessions are interactive - delegates will need a device with a reasonable screen size such as a PC, laptop, or tablet to be able to participate fully.
The cost is £30 per delegate for each session.
- Venue:
- Webinar
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk
Councillors Discussion Forum
Thu, 02 Nov 2023 18:45
Time: 6.45pm to 7.45pm
Free of Charge
An opportunity for councillors to liaise/network with each other. This forum is great for information sharing, asking questions and generally discussing issues. If you haven't already joined a discussion forum, please do give it a try. A YLCA officer is present throughout for support.
Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jPg_AqjDRsGpJh73-aKnQw
- Venue:
- Zoom
- Contact:
- admin@yorkshirelca.gov.uk