Who Keeps the Council Running While the Clerk’s Post Is Vacant?
When the clerk’s post becomes vacant, responsibility does not automatically pass to the chair or get divided among the councillors. This practical guide explains who can keep council business moving, how interim responsibilities should be authorised and when a locum clerk may help.
The First Seven Days After a Clerk Resigns
When a parish or town clerk resigns, the council’s first week should focus on continuity rather than hurried recruitment. This seven-day plan covers employment arrangements, records, officer responsibilities, finances, meetings, handover and temporary support.
So Your Clerk Is Leaving? A Practical Continuity Plan for Parish and Town Councils
Is your parish or town council clerk leaving? Follow this practical continuity plan to protect records, finances, meetings and essential council business.
What Does an Internal Auditor Actually Do?
Internal audit is often misunderstood. Discover what an internal auditor actually does, what they review and how a constructive audit can strengthen governance, improve financial controls and support your council.
How Often Should Council Policies Be Reviewed?
How often should a parish or town council review its policies? This practical guide explains which governance documents deserve regular attention, when reviews should take place and how to keep your policy framework up to date.
Why Every Council Needs a Business Continuity Plan
Could your council continue operating if the unexpected happened tomorrow? Discover why every parish and town council should have a practical, up-to-date Business Continuity Plan.
What Makes an Effective Risk Register?
Every parish and town council should have a Risk Register, but is yours working as a practical management tool? Discover how an effective Risk Register can help identify, assess and manage risks while strengthening governance and protecting public funds.
Five Things I Check Within the First Week of Joining a Council
What are the first things an experienced Clerk or Internal Auditor checks when joining a council? Discover the five key areas that help identify risks, strengthen governance and build confidence from day one.
Notice of Public Rights: A Guide for Parish Councils
The Annual Notice of Public Rights is a legal requirement for parish and town councils, but it is also one of the most commonly misunderstood parts of the AGAR process. This guide explains when the notice must be published, how long the inspection period should last, the key rules to follow, and the common mistakes councils should avoid.