East Sussex Association of Local Councils

East Sussex Association of Local Councils (ESALC) represents the interests of its 102 member Local Councils across East Sussex. ESALC is affiliated to the National Association of Local Councils (NALC).

The role of the Association is to encourage, represent, advise, and train its member councils. Our goal is to ensure that the voice of the first tier of local government is heard across the county and by the Government.

Latest News & Updates

Farnham Town Council: Town Clerk & Responsible Finance Officer

Closing Date: 15 May 2026 Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week) Rate of Pay: £74,454 to £82,852 (LC4 55-60) FTC Job Pack 2026 FINALDownload Application Form 2026Download ...

Delay to local government reorganisation

On 25 March 2026, the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, Rt Hon Steve Reed OBE MP, wrote to the leaders of East Sussex and Brighton and Hove councils to inform them that he has not yet ...

NALC New Engaging Parliament Toolkit

We’ve launched a new Engaging Parliament Toolkit to help you build stronger, more effective relationships with MPs and other parliamentarians. This practical, easy-to-use resource gives you everything you need to:
  • Engage confidently with decision-makers
  • Champion your community's priorities
  • Influence ...

Ducks in a Row – social media

Please see the following links for training packages for clerks delivered by Ducks in a Row: Clerk training packages (1)Download Clerk info sheetDownload ...

Martyn’s Law

The Home Office has asked NALC to share the below products to raise awareness of Martyn’s Law (the Terrorism [Protection of Premises] Act) which legally commences from April 2027. If the link doesn’t automatically open, please press control on your ...