You and the Organisation

Chairing Skills

Learn effective ways of chairing various types of meetings, from public meetings and partnership boards to informal council committees.

Chairing Skills

Read the Councillors Handbook which focuses on key aspects of the Council’s work.

How the Council Works

Read about the responsibilities and functions of the role of the elected member.

Role & Responsibilities of a Councillor

Understand the principles and practicalities of scrutinising the financial affairs of the council.

Budgetary Skills

Find out more about our scrutiny process.

Effective Overview & Scrutiny