Once you are elected you will follow an induction programme which will help you to understand your role. The programme explains council procedures and the practical skills you will need to perform your role.

It is important for members to:

  • keep up to date with developments and initiatives in the public arena 
  • maintain and enhance their knowledge and skills through experience, training and development 

Further updates will be made to the following timetable before it is formally approved.

Draft proposed member induction programme – from May 2022

Member induction programme
TopicDelivery method
Code of ConductVirtual session
Induction with Chief ExecutiveVirtual session
Health and safety (roles / responsibilities)Virtual session
The Council PlanRecorded Zoom session with arranged Q&A follow up
Introduction to Scrutiny CommitteesRecorded Zoom session with arranged Q&A follow up
Overview of planningRecorded Zoom session with arranged Q&A follow up
Member governanceRecorded Zoom session with arranged Q&A follow up
Local government finance / budget settingRecorded Zoom session with arranged Q&A follow up
Council's ConstitutionRecorded Zoom session with arranged Q&A follow up
Overview of licensingRecorded Zoom session with arranged Q&A follow up
Risk management / corporate governanceRecorded Zoom session with arranged Q&A follow up
Gypsy and Traveller Accommodation Assessment and the Housing Act 2014Recorded Zoom session with arranged Q&A follow up
Personal safety guidelinesRecorded Zoom session with arranged Q&A follow up
Wellbeing of Future Generations ActRecorded Zoom session with arranged Q&A follow up
Safeguarding/Corporate ParentingRecorded Zoom session with arranged Q&A follow up
Skills for effective scrutinyRecorded Zoom session with arranged Q&A follow up
Equalitye-Learning
Data protection / GDPRe-Learning
Freedom of informatione-Learning
Health and safety in the workplacee-Learning
Time managemente-Learning