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February Branch Newsletter Now Available

Published 6th February 2012:

Members of the SLCC will shortly be receiving the February branch newsletter via their respective branches. The newsletter contains all the lates...

New Advisory Service Hotline

Published 3rd February 2012:

As part of the Society’s commitment to the continuous improvement of Members’ Services, we are introducing an improved telephone advice li...

Freedom of Information (FOI)

Published 2nd February 2012:

The Office of the Information Commissioner has recently published a new guide to the FOI Act which can be downloaded at http://www.ico.gov.uk/for_orga...

We Want Your Views On Our Website - www.slcc.co.uk

Published 30th January 2012:

During 2012, we will be looking at developing the Society’s website, making sure its meeting our members' needs. We would...

Gratuities Update

Published 12th January 2012:

1. The Court of Appeal case of Nicholls v London Borough of Greenwich [2003] EWCA Civ 416 held that a contract for a retirement gratuity, if lawful an...

Standards for England

Published 4th January 2012:

Standards for England have issued a press release about their abolition (expected 31 March 2012) and arrangements in the interim. click here to view...

January Clerk arriving soon...

Published 3rd January 2012:

If you would like to take an early peek at the January edition of the Clerk magazine, which has a special feature on the Diamond Jubilee, log-in ...

2011 Model Contract of Employment

Published 6th December 2011:

NALC and the SLCC have updated the model contract of employment for clerks, and deputy/assistant clerks. The Model Contract derives from the Natio...

December branch newsletter now available

Published 5th December 2011:

Members of the SLCC will shortly be receiving the October branch newsletter via their respective branches. The newsletter contains all the latest nati...

Pension changes - we want your views

Published 21st November 2011:

This survey has now closed.  Pension changes are taking place as the Government is to implement reforms in the Pensions Act 2011 to encour...

Localism Bill receives Royal Assent

Published 16th November 2011:

The long-awaited Royal Assent for the Localism Bill was received on Tuesday afternoon (15th Nov), paving the way for a radically new planning regime t...

Timetable for Appointing External Auditors

Published 14th November 2011:

I am writing to update you on the outsourcing of the Audit Commission’s audit practice. We have reached a significant milestone in the procureme...

News from the National Conference and Annual General Meeting

Published 9th November 2011:

Linda Butcher FILCM Clerk to Withyham Parish Council in East Sussex has taken over from Bruce Poole FILCM, Clerk to Bleadon, East Huntspill and Purito...

November Clerk arriving soon...

Published 28th October 2011:

If you would like to take an early peek at the November edition of the Clerk magazine, which has a special feature on Partnership Working, log-in...

HMRC update

Published 18th October 2011:

If a Council has received an HMRC PAYE Penalty Notice for non-submission of P35 and needs to appeal this the link below will explain the situation and...

Updated National Minimum Wage Rates

Published 6th October 2011:

The updated national minimum wage rates can now be found within the Advice Centre of the members' area under 'Employment Issues'.  ...

October branch newsletter now available

Published 4th October 2011:

Members of the SLCC will shortly be receiving the October branch newsletter via their respective branches. The newsletter contains all the latest...

The Code of Recommended Practice for Local Authorities on Data Transparency

Published 29th September 2011:

The code has just been published: This code only applies to Councils in England and those with a gross annual budgeted spend / income of over &p...

Huge savings for our members on utility bills!

Published 14th September 2011:

The Society has negotiated a new arrangement with LSI Utility brokers to bring you another key benefit of membership. LSI are able to save up to 20% a...

September Clerk magazine arriving soon

Published 31st August 2011:

If you would like to take an early peek at the September edition of the Clerk magazine, which has a special feature on Engaging with Young People...

Draft National Planning Policy Framework consultation

Published 26th August 2011:

http://www.communities.gov.uk/planningandbuilding/planningsystem/planningpolicy/planningpolicyframework/  Replies by 17th October 2011 ...

August branch newsletter now available

Published 3rd August 2011:

Members of the SLCC will shortly be receiving the August branch newsletter via their respective branches. The newsletter contains all the latest ...

Government proposes simplification of planning guidance to encourage sustainable growth

Published 2nd August 2011:

A new, simpler framework for the planning system that safeguards the environment while meeting the need for sustainable growth has been published for ...

Government’s initial response to External Audit consultation

Published 29th July 2011:

Download letter Download press notice...

Local Govt Pensions – important update

Published 28th July 2011:

Download update...

Govt White Paper proposes major devolution of services to parish councils

Published 12th July 2011:

On 11th July the Prime Minister launched a White Paper proposing reform of public services including devolution of many services to parish councils an...

Special Edition of the Branch Newsletter available

Published 4th July 2011:

SLCC Chief Executive proposes new sector wide body to replace all existing organisations – saving money but improving service to Councils and Cl...

July Clerk magazine arriving next week

Published 1st July 2011:

If you would like to take an early peek at the July edition, which has a special feature on Tourism, log-in to the members' area now and Click on...

The Society response to the Governments consulation paper on the Future of Local Audit

Published 27th June 2011:

Download the Audit Response letter...

New Practitioners Guide for Wales - 2011

Published 17th June 2011:

Click here to download or order a printed copy.  ...

Annual Returns On Line

Published 8th June 2011:

The Audit Commission has introduced the start of a new facility for completing the Annual Returns on-line. Initially this new facility is only availab...

June branch newsletter now available

Published 1st June 2011:

Members of the SLCC will shortly be receiving the June branch newsletter via their respective branches. The newsletter contains all the latest na...

Annual Return to be approved by Full Council - Audit Commission reminder

Published 26th May 2011:

The Audit Commission has asked us to point out that auditors report some local councils are submitting annual returns approved only by a committee or ...

Have you had your say? Complete the National Training Analysis

Published 24th May 2011:

The Society would like to hear your views on Training, we would be grateful if you could spare a minute and take part in the online 'Training Nee...

Society members can now view the Clerk magazine online

Published 18th May 2011:

From the May edition onwards, Society members will now be able to view and download the Clerk magazine through the SLCC website. Members will need...

Latest update: Sport England 2012 legacy fund and workshops

Published 13th May 2011:

Click on link for further details http://www.sportengland.org/about_us/our_news/ppf_launch_news_story.aspx   ...

Important Message to Burial Authorities from BRAMM

Published 5th May 2011:

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Audit Fees for Larger Councils

Published 19th April 2011:

The Audit Commission have published new fee scales for councils affected by the changes to the Accounts and Audit Regulations. This will include t...

Huge Savings for our members on office products

Published 14th April 2011:

The Society has negotiated an arrangement with Office Depot to bring you another key benefit of membership. You can now receive up to an average of 80...

Society Appoints New Deputy Chief Executive

Published 8th April 2011:

The Society of Local Council Clerks is pleased to announce that Howard Midworth has been appointed Deputy Chief Executive of the Society following an ...

April branch newsletter now available

Published 5th April 2011:

Members of the SLCC will shortly be receiving the April branch newsletter via their respective branches. The newsletter contains all the latest n...

Government publishes new Accounts and Audit Regs

Published 23rd March 2011:

Click here to download....

Society's position on the code of recommended practice for local authorities on the data transparency consultation

Published 15th March 2011:

National External Affairs Officer, Sam Shippen, has prepared a response on the position of the SLCC regarding the code of recommended practice for loc...

50 FULLY FUNDED tickets for Efficiency and Procurement 2011: Promoting Fairness and Growth

Published 14th March 2011:

Venue: The Brewery, London Date: Thursday 24 March 2011 Time: 08.15 - 17.00 50 FULLY FUNDED tickets available for Society of Local Council...

SLCC Response to Accounts and Audit Regulation Consultation

Published 7th March 2011:

Download response, Thank-you to all our members who have submitted comments.  ...

Update Leaflet on the Local Government Pension Scheme - February 2011

Published 3rd March 2011:

The Local Government Pensions Committee (LGPC) has produced an update leaflet on changes affecting employees who are members of the LGPS. The leaflet ...

Audit Commission: Work Programme and Scales of Audit Fees for 2011/12

Published 1st March 2011:

The Audit Commission has approved the work programme and scales of audit fees for the local government, housing and community safety sectors for 2011/...

Queen's Diamond Jubilee in June 2012

Published 25th February 2011:

Information is available regarding the Queen's Diamond Jubilee in June 2012 here http://www.culture.gov.uk/what_we_do/honours/diamondjubilee.aspx &nbs...

Press release from the Audit Commission on "Auditing the Accounts 2009/2010: Parish Councils"

Published 24th February 2011:

Here’s the website link to the report published this week  http://www.audit-commission.gov.uk/pressoffice/pressreleases/Pages/20110225atap...

HMRC tax rules

Published 22nd February 2011:

Statement from the HMRC regarding employment status of Parish/Community Clerks for tax purposes.  The document also tells Councils that they...

Pay award 2011/12

Published 18th February 2011:

The LGS Employers have this morning informed the local government trade unions that they will not be in a position to make any pay offer for 2011/12. ...