We aim to map the various elements that provide assurance of the performance of local government and to demonstrate how they all fit together. We hope that this framework will be useful both for councils and the public.
The National Employers have made a full and final offer to the Officers’ Side in response to the Officers’ Side’s pay and conditions claim for 2022 and a final pay offer for 2023.
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.
