Gloucestershire Association of Local Councils

Project Keystone is now live. This strategic review will help shape the future of support for parish & town councils. Share what’s working, what needs improving, and help influence what comes next. 📅 Closes 5 June forms.office.com/Pages/Response… #gloucestershire #localgov

Cotswold DC top UK authority for nature recovery 🌿 Setting a strong example, Parish & Town Councils can play their part—use our Climate & Biodiversity Toolkit to take practical local action. gloucestershirealc.gov.uk/climate-biodiv… #gloucestershire #localgovernment

Dame Fiona Reynolds, High Sheriff of Gloucestershire, is hosting a walk and talk events. Get involved to help her celebrate our countryside & better understand the challenges we're facing. damefionareynoldsgloshighsheriff.com #galc #gaptc #gloucestershire #localgovernment

Congratulations to Richard Crighton, long-serving clerk and GALC Board member, who attended the Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace alongside former Stroud Town Clerk Helen Bojaniwska in recognition of their outstanding service to the sector. #galc #gloucestershire localgov

Nearly 6,000 councils have moved to .gov.uk domains. A massive achievement, and no small admin headache. The benefits of the transition, despite the leg work behind it, are worth the effort. Find out more & make the switch: gloucestershirealc.gov.uk/gov-uk-domains #gaptc #galc #localgovernment

Congratulations to Mickleton Parish Council on achieving the LCAS Bronze Award. LCAS celebrates the successes of parish & town councils & provides a framework to support councils in improving and developing to their full potential. #gaptc #galc #gloucestershire # localgovernment

NALC has written to the government to highlight the need to take the opportunity of this parliamentary session to prioritise legislation on remote attendance at council meetings & reform to the councillor standards regime. #gaptc #galc #localgovernment #kingsspeech

Looking ahead to the King’s Speech The English Devolution & Community Empowerment Bill is expected to feature. A key moment for local councils—shaping how power, funding and decision-making reach communities. We’ll be watching closely. #gaptc #galc #localgovernment

Read NALC's response: Government consultation on proposed measures that require Local Planning Authorities to consult the Secretary of State on certain planning applications, urging a local approach to thresholds & referrals. nalc.gov.uk/resource/nalc-… #gaptc #galc #localgov

If your council is not a sole managing trustee, you must tick YES at Box 11 on the Accounting Statements. Leaving this blank may lead to a qualified audit opinion. See Practitioner's Guide para 2.32 gloucestershirealc.gov.uk/wiki/category/… #AGAR #gloucestershire #localgovernment

Though Gloucestershire has very few local elections taking place today, our five member councils in Cheltenham are going to the polls, and we want to wish all candidates the very best and encourage residents to take part and have their say. #gaptc #galc #localgovernment

Parish & Town Councils are encouraged to respond to a DEFRA consultation on a potential exemption from biodiversity net gain (BNG) for certain residential developments on brownfield land. Find the consultation here consult.defra.gov.uk/defra-biodiver… #galc #gaptc #localgovernment

Did you know? 💡 CCTV must comply with data protection law 💡 Meeting notice rules apply for confidential sessions When would a councillor donating funds to a community event be considered bribery? #gaptc #galc #localgov

... and, relax. We know how hard our Clerks and Councillor work to serve their communities. We hope you have an opportunity to relax this bank holiday. #gaptc #galc #localgov

Gloucestershire County Council is exploring all options to secure a sustainable, permanent future for Lydbrook Bridge in the Forest of Dean, ensuring the best possible value for local residents. Read more gloucestershire.gov.uk/gcc-news/news-… #gaptc #galc #localgov

Do you have a well-loved local object needing restoration? BBC’s The Repair Shop On The Road is looking for items that matter to the whole community. This could include anything from public clocks to mills. Contact the producers ricochet.co.uk/contact #gaptc #galc #localgov

Discussions continue on how ceremonial & civic functions are preserved in new unitary authorities. Parish and town councils have an important role in maintaining local identity, traditions & community leadership. We will keep our members updated. #gaptc #galc #localgov

NALC has published a fully updated Good Councillor’s Guide to Website Accessibility. Practical support to help councils meet legal requirements and ensure websites are accessible to all. Download it from the GALC website gloucestershirealc.gov.uk/wiki/category/… #gaptc #galc #localgov

NALC's latest blog highlights 5 simple steps councils can take to improve cyber security. NALC also has a Good Councillors Guide to Cyber Security available to member councils Read the blog nalc.gov.uk/resource/cyber… #gaptc #galc #localgov

The People’s Emergency Briefing is being shown nationwide, highlighting the social & economic impacts of the climate crisis. Support is available for councils: • Follow-up guidance • A short film • SLCC webinar 12 May youtube.com/watch?v=QXcyx7… #gaptc #galc #localgov