Member and officer development programmes
March 1, 2024
Preparing for Local Government Reorganisation – the process and the outcome
September 7, 2026Operating effectively at the political interface
Purpose of the Module
To understand the political dynamics of local government, to explore the governance arrangements which underpin the operation of a council and to consider how to operate effectively as an officer at the political interface.
Perfect for
Any officer who is in a position requiring interface with elected members, or who is planning to move into such a role. Particularly useful for officers who have joined local government from other sectors.
Module Content
- Your current context – the politics and relationships
- A reminder of the basic roles of members and officers – mutual respect and trust
- Examples of where things have gone wrong
- The key statutory officers – speaking truth to power
- The role of politics and neutrality of officers
- Scenarios to put things into practice
- Guidance and protocols
The training was fantastic - we have had great feedback from the committee members. It was incredibly informative but also accessible and relevant.
