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It was with great sadness that I received the news of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth.
Earlier in the year we, as a nation, celebrated her exceptional reign of 70 years and that was a joyous occasion. Today we are mourning her passing. Along with the rest of the world, I send my deepest condolences to The Royal Family at this very sad time.
As is my way in circumstances like these, I like to reflect on a life well lived. Her Majesty was a remarkable woman with an unwavering devotion to public duty, who was admired around the world. But, as well as her public duty, she clearly had a great love for her family, as witnessed by her joy when seen, throughout the years, with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. We were also occasionally able to get a glimpse in public of her undoubtedly keen sense of humour – who can forget James Bond or Paddington Bear.
A truly inspirational woman and a superb Queen she will be sadly missed.
Sally Bowsher, Clerk to Puncknowle & Swyre Parish Council, is hoping that there may be other Clerks in Dorset that can help the Parish Council by sharing your Allotment Tenancy Agreement with her. The council does have a current agreement, however Sally is looking to revise it. If you would be willing to help please can you contact Sally directly at puncknowle@dorset-aptc.gov.uk
2. Our Dorset shortlisted for five national awards
Dorset’s integrated care system (ICS), Our Dorset, has been shortlisted in five categories for this year’s HSJ Awards, including two nominations for Integrated Care System of the Year.
The HSJ Awards is an annual event that celebrates the very best of health care across the UK. Of the 1067 entries for this year’s awards, 219 projects and individuals made it to the final shortlist, including the five Our Dorset projects.
A cautionary tale - what to avoid during the External Audit process
The SAAA are mentioned in the introduction of this newsletter, and they have recently added a new Blog to the NALC website. The Blog, entitled A parish council's failings - A cautionary tale from the Smaller Authorities' Audit Appointments give details of how a small parish council ended up with a Public Interest Report and a large invoice from their External Auditors due to a series of mistakes that could have easily been avoided. It is definitely worth a read.
Can you help with Dorset Council's campaign to help tackle a shortage of foster carers?
Dorset Council are currently running a campaign to increase the number of foster carers within the county and have developed a range of promotional material including posters, leaflets and digital communications.
Would your council be willing to help them get the word out by placing leaflets and posters in your public spaces? Any help would be really appreciated.
Please contact Tilly Trinder at Dorset Council for the printed copies of the promotional materials and any further information.
NALC want to here about the valuable work that you have been doing
NALC are in the process of compiling the 2022 edition of their Points of Light publication and they are interested to hear
For those who don’t know, Points of Light is a collection of case studies highlighting the range of work that local councils undertake. The 2021 edition can be viewed here.
If you council has done interesting and innovative work in the following areas: Loneliness, Cost of Living, Sport (especially football), Parks, Libraries, Markets, Young People or Civic Pride e.g. making places clean & attractive to visitors please send in any relevant weblinks or documents to Jessica Lancod-Frost at NALC.
NALC Request to complete Dementia Friendly Communities Survey
NALC is hoping to produce a short briefing report in conjunction with Professor Ian Sheriff of the University of Plymouth in the second half of this calendar year – based on the results of an ongoing survey issued in mid-June around Dementia Friendly communities and use of the Dementia Friendly Communities guide published in 2020 here.
The survey has been extended and now ends at 23:45 on 30th September 2022, so please do complete the survey.
NALC On-Line Events
Working between the Tiers - 28th September 2022 12pm - 1.15pm Click herefor more information
Local Councils and communications strategies - 26th October 2022 12pm - 1.15pm Click herefor more information
NALC to hold it's first-ever hybrid conference - Empowering Communities
NALC will hold its first-ever hybrid conference later this year. Empowering Communities takes place on 7 November 2022 between 10am and 4pm at America Square Conference Centre in London.
In person Ticket - up to £130 for NALC member
Virtual Ticket - up to £70 for NALC member
