"The peer challenge has been extremely helpful in getting corporate support for some of our key improvement areas such as engagement, co production and becoming data and intelligence led."
The Centre for Governance and Scrutiny has published a guide to support members of council audit committees, and members of council scrutiny committees.
As the voice of local government, the LGA aims to lead by example. This policy sets out our commitment to tackling the climate and ecological emergency and the steps we will take in order to achieve this.
Having a councillor development strategy in place will solidify your council's commitment to supporting your councillors in their continuing professional development journey.
It is important for councils to be clear and transparent so that officers, councillors and residents understand the functions of the various roles held by councillors.
A councillor development programme provides support and resources to your councillors, ensuring that they can access learning and development that enables them to be effective and confident as a councillor.
A comprehensive induction helps new councillors to settle in, to understand their role and expectations, to forge strong relationships with officers, and to build competence and confidence in serving their community.
In February 2022, the One Public Estate (OPE) programme awarded £3.9 million of Opportunity Development Funding to 47 One Public Estate Partnerships across England.
