Suffolk Association of Local Councils, Sally Longmate Caring Company Award Programme Suffolk Family Carers, in partnership with Suffolk County Council, has proudly launched the * Caring Company Award Programme * across our county, offering Bronze. Silver and Gold status. * Why? * b... Jun 4, 2025
Claire Pizzey Mastering the Multi-Council Clerk Life More and more clerks are now taking on roles across multiple parish councils, a sign of both their growing expertise and the increasing demand for skilled local governance support. But with that flexi... Jun 3, 2025
Claire Pizzey Neurodiversity Neurodiversity means people’s brains work in different ways. Conditions like autism, ADHD, and dyslexia are natural variations - not problems to fix. About 15% of people in the UK are neurodiverse, ... Jun 3, 2025
Sophie Brouillet Free Council Webinars * * * * Breakthrough Communications are offering your council free access to three focused 45-minute webinars designed to strengthen internal communication, simplify compliance, and improve commu... May 20, 2025
Sophie Brouillet Neighbourhood Planning for Parishes * Supporting Parishes Through Neighbourhood Planning & Biodiversity / /* If you're part of a parish council looking to shape the future of your local area, the upcoming lunchtime webinar hosted ... May 20, 2025
Suffolk Association of Local Councils, Laura Sampson Suffolk Community Awards 2025 It is time to shine a light on communities in Suffolk ** Right to left: Alice Wade - Community Action Suffolk, Sally Longmate, SALC, Jordan Buckman - Lofty Heights (winner from 2024), Adam Baker, Suff... May 12, 2025
Sophie Brouillet Martyn's Law **Martyn’s Law: What You Need to Know** The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 - commonly known as Martyn’s Law - received Royal Assent on 3 April 2025. The legislation introduces new duti... May 7, 2025
Claire Pizzey SALC and Village Hall Management While the Suffolk Association of Local Councils (SALC) offers guidance and support to town and parish councils across Suffolk, it's important to note that there may be occasions where we are unable to... Apr 22, 2025
Suffolk Association of Local Councils, Kirsty White Suffolk County Council *Suffolk’s 45 libraries to remain open and see new investment as Suffolk County Council plans to take service back in house * - Business as usual as 45 libraries to remain open - Opening hours maintai... SALC news / update for members Feb 27, 2025
Suffolk Association of Local Councils, Laura Sampson Star Council Awards picture collage * SALC - Winner of County Association of the Year 2024 * We are delighted to have been recognised as a winner at the prestigious Star Council Awards held at the House of Lords on 25... SALC news / update for members Feb 26, 2025
Sophie Brouillet Local Council Award Scheme (LCAS) Q&A Session *Unlocking the Full Potential of Your Council with the Local Council Award Scheme (LCAS)* The *Local Council Award Scheme (LCAS)* celebrates the achievements of parish and town councils while provi... Feb 10, 2025
Suffolk Association of Local Councils, Laura Sampson Devolution - Suffolk on the fast track Ministers wants Suffolk at the front of the queue Suffolk’s county, borough and district councils to be abolished Work starts on reorganisation plan for new unitary council or councils Government prop... SALC news / update for members Feb 5, 2025
