NALC’s YouTube channel features 14 past event recordings. You can access last year’s talks, free to view. The following is a selection.
Unleashing the Power of Local Councils to Tackle Climate Change
- Richard O’Calahan, Woodland Trust
- Garry Ford, Environmental Officer, Corsham Town Council
- Richard Watkins, Alan Wilson, Save Our Shropshire
Despite their potential, many smaller councils feel shackled by a lack of funding and disempowered in making a tangible impact. Witness first-hand examples of impactful initiatives from around the country through the eyes of a national stakeholder championing climate action, a representative from a government department steering this crucial agenda, and a case study featuring a council that has successfully risen to the challenge. This is not just another event – it’s a call to action! Walk away with practical, actionable insights your council can implement to make a real change. The fight against climate change starts at the grassroots level, and your council can be a driving force. Seize this opportunity to transform your council into a catalyst for positive environmental change. Together, let’s make a lasting impact on our planet’s future.
Insect Decline, Why It Matters and What Your Council Can Do segment of Levelling up the environment through biodiversity net gain
This talk is 3 years old but highly relevant to the Biodiversity Duty on local Councils. Find out about the decline in insects, why it matters and what you, as local Councils, can do to help reverse the crisis. Professor Dave Goulson FRSE FRES is Professor of Biology at the University of Sussex. Specializing in the ecology and conservation of insects, particularly bumblebees, Goulson is the author of several books, including Bumblebees: Their Behaviour and Ecology, Silent Earth: Averting the Insect Apocalypse, and more than 200 academic articles. In 2006 he founded the Bumblebee Conservation Trust, a charity that aims to reverse the decline in the bumblebee population.
- Nick Aldworth,Director, Risk to Resolution Ltd
- Jane Biscombe, Town clerk, Weymouth Town Council
- Richard Hood,Senior project officer, Communities Prepared
The impact of COVID-19 has underscored the undeniable truth that local (parish and town) councils must always be prepared for emergencies, regardless of the cause. Fortunately, local councils are key players in supporting recovery from various emergencies. The event provides a comprehensive strategic outlook on local government emergency planning. Discover the crucial factors to consider, learn how to collaborate effectively with other partners, and explore how local councils can fully leverage their hyper-local advantage in recovery and support scenarios. Take this opportunity to gain exclusive insights into how your local council can proactively plan for and champion recovery in emergencies from an insider’s perspective, complete with tips and guidance on navigating these critical scenarios to benefit your community, including applying Martyn’s Law for potential local terrorist incidents.
Reconnecting Communities through Community Transport
- Cllr Hugh King, Dereham Town Council
- Caroline Whitney, director for England, Community Transport Association
- Will Austin, Clerk and Caroline Pearce, Project Manager, Bridport Town Council
The provision of community transport has become an increasingly important issue for local (parish and town) councils in recent years. With limited public transport options available in many areas, local councils must step up and support low-cost and sustainable community transport schemes to ensure their communities are connected and can access essential services. This event showcases successful community transport programmes that local councils have implemented. Hear more about the national stakeholder scene and how local councils can collaborate with other organisations to improve transport options in their area. Take advantage of this opportunity to learn about the benefits of community transport, how to establish partnerships and funding opportunities, and how your local council can make a difference in reconnecting your community through transport.
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