Create or update a local plan using the new system
New guidance has just been published by the government: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/create-or-update-a-local-plan-using-the-new-system
CiLCA 2026
Details are now available for those keen to begin their CiLCA qualification in 2026. For further information, see the link below.
Emergency & Resilience Planning
Being prepared for storms and the cold will disrupt power, water and other essential services is imperative in supporting the local community of your parish or town council. Being able to access the most vulnerable and being able to implement a seamless plan with coordinators, equipment and x blue light Read more
Haywards Heath Town Council: Town Clerk
Closing Date: 5pm on 22nd December 2025 Hours: 37 hours per week Rate of Pay: NJC scale SCP 46 – 49 (£68,053 – £74,454), dependent on experience and qualifications
The Town Clerk will serve as the Head of Paid Service for Haywards Heath Town Council, providing dynamic leadership to deliver the Read more
Reforms to the statutory consultee system – consultation now open
The consultation runs until 13 January 2026 and can be accessed here: https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/reforms-to-the-statutory-consultee-system/reforms-to-the-statutory-consultee-system
Local Government Reorganisation Proposals – Consultation
In case you haven’t seen yet, the local government and homelessness minister today announced consultations on two proposals from principal councils in East Sussex:
The minister also announced a consultation on two proposals from principal councils in West Sussex:
Both government consultations can found here and are open until 11 January 2026.
Rye Town Council: Town Clerk & RFO
Closing Date: Midnight on Sunday 7th December Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week) Rate of Pay: £46,142 – £52,413 – depending on experience and qualifications – followed by annual cost of living increases.
For more information, see here: https://ryetowncouncil.gov.uk/rye-town-council-are-recruiting-town-clerk-and-rfo/#more-4077
East Sussex Highways Uncovered – Focus On: Network Management
Following the success of The Road Ahead – Highways Uncovered events recently held in October, East Sussex Highways is launching a new series of Focus On: online sessions designed to educate and deepen Parish and Town Councils understanding of how we manage the network.
Our inaugural session, Focus On: Network Management, Read more
Hailsham Town Council: Human Resources Manager
Closing Date: Monday 1st December at 4pm Hours: 18.5 hours per week Rate of Pay: SCP 29-35 £39,862 – £46,142 pro rata for part-time hours
We’re looking for a dynamic Human Resources Manager to lead all HR functions with vision and impact.
General Information…
Job Title: Human Resources Manager
Place of Work: Hailsham
Salary: Read more
Chichester District Council – Asset List
Chichester District Council has listed some available assets for which community groups/town and parish councils can place expressions of interest. The deadline is 12pm on 12th December 2025. Please see their website for further information:
Community Asset Transfer – Chichester District Council