Chief Executive of @NALC National Association of Local Councils, helping England’s 10,000 first tier Councils build stronger communities
Joined October 2014
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🗣️ We are calling for a proportionate approach to implementing Martyn’s Law guidance, helping to keep communities safe without placing undue burdens on local councils. nalc.gov.uk/resource/nalc-ca…
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🌼 Age Without Limits Day is an annual day for us all to come together and take action to end ageism. Parish and town councils can work with their communities to tackle ageism and create an environment where age never limits anyone’s opportunities. #AgeWithoutLimitsDay
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🏆 A #LCCC spotlight on Sarah Haydon of @BiddulphTC, our Clerk of the Year at #StarCouncilAwards2026! From growing her council team and delivering major town projects to supporting her community and mentoring fellow clerks, Sarah embodies the very best of the profession 👏
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Jun 12
Place shaping should start on your street, not City Hall.
NALC to Lords: Give parish/town councils 3 things:
1. Direct access to gov funding
2. Share of local business rates
3. Local control of spending General Power of Competence nalc.gov.uk/resource/nalc-ca…
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It was great to meet Simon Murray, chair of @CPRE, last week to discuss shared priorities, including strengthening rural representation and opportunities to collaborate.
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📝 The Project Keystone survey is now live! Have your say and help shape the future of the local council sector - your voice matters. Take part: nalc.gov.uk/resource/project…
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🍃 A fantastic few days exploring @Taunton_TC for #StudyTour26 a town council with a wide range of community focused assets making a real local impact.
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💙 In 2017, we signed a strategic commitment with @alzheimerssoc because we believe that parish and town councils have the potential to make their communities safer, more accessible and sustainable for all. #DementiaActionWeek
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🗣️We are disappointed that yesterday's #KingsSpeech missed the chance to enable permanent remote and hybrid meetings for councils. Having proved highly effective during COVID, they boosted accessibility and participation and offered an opportunity to modernise democracy.
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Yesterday, I attended the first Buckingham Palace Garden Party of the season. It was an honour to represent @NALC and to meet fellow guests.
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This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, I encourage parish and town councils to continue working to support their residents, councillors and council staff.
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AI is not a threat to local councils. “Handled thoughtfully, AI offers an opportunity to reinforce the role of parish and town councils at the heart of local democracy, not diminish it". Enabling "more breathing room to focus on what matters most: people, place, and community".
📝 In this week's blog, we explore how parish and town councils can use AI to help them thrive. nalc.gov.uk/resource/nationa…
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.@bt_uk has joined forces with @clarebalding to launch the Don’t Put Off the Switch campaign ahead of the nationwide digital landline switchover.
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Apr 30
One of the many new @NALC local councils being set up at the moment as their power and influence grow and key role in building community resilience, vital today more than ever, is recognised bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cly7…
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Apr 28
An important role for Parish and town councils to help communicate the changes clearly and locally to their communities and help ensure vulnerable residents get the right equipment and advice.
📝 In this week's blog, BT shares details of the switch to digital landlines and how parish and town councils can help communicate the changes to their communities. nalc.gov.uk/resource/bt-supp…
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📝 In this week's blog, BT shares details of the switch to digital landlines and how parish and town councils can help communicate the changes to their communities. nalc.gov.uk/resource/bt-supp…
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Apr 14
Great job!
Apr 14
Focus returned to role of parish & town councils on this final day of Report. Peers keeping up the pressure to strengthen their role in neighbourhood governance plus amendment to expand coverage in unparished areas passing by 257 to 180 votes.
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This week, we celebrate community gardens. Whether you’re planting or lending a hand - thank you for helping grow healthier, happier neighbourhoods. #CommunityGardensWeek
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📣 We’ve launched our new Engaging Parliament Toolkit!
This practical guide is designed to help parish and town councils, and county associations, confidently champion our shared priorities and strengthen engagement with parliamentarians.
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