Tag: remote meetings

How virtual meetings are shaping local democracy

The way councils meet is changing. With the government moving toward legislation that could allow virtual and hybrid meetings, there’s a unique opportunity to modernise local governance—making it more inclusive, accessible, and adaptable to today’s demands.This blog shares our thoughts about how virtual and hybrid council meetings could reshape local governance, offering a practical look at the benefits, challenges, and opportunities ahead.


Remote meetings partnership: compendium of information on remote meetings

In England, a partnership of national organisations came together in March 2020 to support councils to put remote meetings arrangements in place. In recent months, the partnership has been co-ordinating discussion on the planned end of remote meeting powers on 6 May 2021, and exploring alternative options and actions to mitigate. This document is intended […]