legislation

Data Protection Overview Session for Councillors – November 20th at 6.30pm – Online

Data Protection Overview Session for Councillors Recent changes in data protection – what councillors need to be aware of This session gives councillors a clear and engaging overview of UK data protection law, including the most recent legislative changes. You’ll learn how the law applies to your role, with practical examples and real-world scenarios. We’ll […]

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New! Data Protection Overview session for Council Officers – November 18th at 11am Online

Data Protection Overview Session for Council Officers Important updates to data protection law – what officers need to know This session offers a practical and accessible introduction to the key principles of UK data protection law, specifically designed for parish and town council officers. With recent changes to legislation, it’s more important than ever to

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*Cancelled* Knowledge Bites – Planning: what’s changed and how to advocate effectively for your community – October 3rd at 1pm

*Due to circumstances beyond our control this session has now been cancelled and will be added to our upcoming Futureproof Planning Seminar taking place on November 24th* 2025 has been a bumper year for national planning legislation, with changes proposed and made around neighbourhood planning, appeals, strategic infrastructure, biodiversity net gain and many more areas.

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New! Managing Your Village Hall – November 20th at 6.30pm Online

Who owns the Hall ? Who is actually responsible for running the Village Hall – are the current arrangements fit  for purpose Sources of funding –  grant funding for capital projects Hiring agreements – when were they last reviewed – do hirers produce adequate insurance Hiring fees – local users – commercial lettings – is

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New! Allotment Management: Legal & Theory – 15th and 22nd of October at 11am Online

Session 1: Tenancy agreements / policies / self-management   During this session we will cover what to include within the agreement, standard clauses in line with allotment legislation. Why have separate policies, the templates available and issues that can arise. Types of allotment and basics of legislation. Also outlines the different types of self-management and

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Health and safety essentials

Keeping your employees healthy and safe should be a major consideration for your organisation; to comply with the Health and Safety legislation and to make sure you have happy and healthy employees. All incidents and injuries in the workplace affect the well-being of your employees and the productivity of your organisation. There are many measures

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Data Protection for Clerks & Officers 9th September at 11am – Online

In an ever-evolving legislative landscape, it is vital that Councils ensure they have the most up-to-date understanding of their data protection and related obligations. This session walks Councils through the principles of GDPR and related legislation including PECR, what it means in practical terms and the systems and processes Councils should have in place to

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Planning Demystified – Milton Keynes – Moved to March 18th at 10am to 3pm – Hybrid

* this training session is an in-person event but will allow attendees to join remotely* Planning Demystified – Milton Keynes Parish Councils have an important role to play in local planning decisions. If you are a Clerk, Chairman, a member of the Planning Committee or a member with an interest in the planning process, this

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