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 made a decision about the proposals for East Sussex and Brighton and Hove. The Secretary of State Read more
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: With around 10,000 councils and over 100,000 councillors across England, the sector has real collective power. This toolkit shows you how Read more
East Hoathly with Halland Parish Council: Clerk & RFO
Closing Date: 14th April 2026 Hours: Approximately 15 hours per week (65 hours per month) Rate of Pay: SCP 31-36 depending on experience and qualifications
Internal Audit Forum
Essential actions to make sure that the 2026 Internal Audit runs smoothly: https://www.nalc.gov.uk/resource/internal-audit-forum-essential-actions-to-make-sure-that-the-2026-internal-audit-runs-smoothly.html
Spring Newsletter 2026
Please click on the following link to read our Spring Newsletter https://mailchi.mp/2466e3143916/salc-newsletter-launch-8977418?e=dd0916c64a
Ducks in a Row – social media
Please see the following links for training packages for clerks delivered by Ducks in a Row:
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 keyboard at the same time as clicking the link:
NALC publishes new devolution case studies resource for parish and town councils
NALC have published a new online resource showcasing practical case studies on devolution from parish and town councils across England. https://www.nalc.gov.uk/resource/nalc-publishes-new-devolution-case-studies-resource-for-parish-and-town-councils.html