Agendas and Minute Writing £45

Agendas and Minute Writing

Our two-hour online training session for clerks delves into the essential legal requirements and best practices for effective agenda setting and minute writing. This course covers the importance of adhering to statutory guidelines for agendas, ensuring that items are properly ordered and circulated in compliance with the law. Clerks will also learn best practices for taking accurate, concise minutes, which are critical for the annual internal audit. By mastering these skills, clerks will help their councils meet transparency, accountability, and compliance standards.

Key topics include:

• Statutory requirements for agendas: This includes understanding the legal basis for summons and agendas, ensuring that notices and relevant documents are distributed within the required timeframe.

• Minute writing techniques: Focus on accurately capturing decisions, actions, and key discussions while adhering to best practices for clarity, brevity, and neutrality.

• Preparing for the annual internal audit: Accurate and thorough minutes are vital for audit readiness, offering a clear record of council activities, decisions, and financial authorisations.

• Tips for transparency and accessibility: Ensuring that all agenda and minute documents are accessible and properly formatted to facilitate public access and legal compliance.

• This course is ideal for new and experienced clerks who want to improve their skills in producing clear, compliant, and effective council records.