This week is Local Council Clerk Week, a celebratory week to raise the profile of the role of the clerk and recognise the work they do for their community!
It’s time for our Clerks Summer Socials! An opportunity to join DALC and the Devon branch of the SLCC to chat and enjoy a free cream tea.
At the Parish Council Domains Helper Service, we are often asked ‘how much does a .gov.uk domain cost?’ and we always pause before answering.
On 5 June 2024, DALC hosted the first in a series of Connect Events with the Highways Team of Devon County Council. This event aimed to bridge the gaps in communication and understanding between parish councils and the highways department.
South Brent Parish Council uses their Annual Parish Meeting to award Community Champions – a fantastic way to bring the community together!
It is a common misconception that owning a .gov.uk domain is a mandatory requirement for all councils. This is not the case. However, using a .gov.uk domain for council business, email, and your website is absolutely a sign of good practice, trust and professionalism.
A General Election has been called for 4 July 2024; councils will need to be aware of guidance around pre-election publicity, and avoid demonstrating political bias.
Thinking about moving over to a .gov.uk domain? Here are four great reasons why there’s never been a better time to make the move:
Stepping into the role of councillor can be exciting and challenging. DALC wants to know what support new councillors have been accessing and how effectively it is working for them, to help shape our services for the future.
NALC has published an updated edition of The Good Councillor’s Guide for member councils