- 12:30 am The English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill is set to make neighbourhood governance mandatory across England. For councils, that’s a big change, but what does it actually mean in practice? And how do you balance empowering local communities with the need for accountability and sound governance?
This free online learning event brings together practitioners, council officers, and leaders to share practical insights and experiences. We’ll look at neighbourhood governance from all angles: the innovation happening in Oxfordshire’s new framework, the legal requirements councils need to navigate, and how authorities are embedding community voices in decision-making. We’ll also hear from town and parish councils about the role they can play in shaping the future.
If you’re a councillor, senior officer, or governance professional keen to understand what mandatory neighbourhood governance means for your council and how to turn a legislative requirement into a chance for more responsive, democratic local government, this event is for you.
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