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SUMMARY:LGcomms West Midlands Regional Network Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday 12 October\nTime: 1.30pm to 4pm\n \nVenue: Council House\, Birmingham City Council\, Victoria Square\, Birmingham\, B1 1BB \nCommunications leaders from across the West Midlands are invited to the latest LGcomms Regional Network meeting\, hosted by Birmingham City Council\, on Monday 12 October. \nThe event – free to LGcomms members or those keen to join  – is an opportunity to come together with fellow local government communicators\, share ideas and hear from expert speakers on some of the key issues we’re facing together. \nThe agenda will include discussions on AI; working together with our local democracy reporters; and plenty of time for networking\, peer discussion and sharing experiences. \nWhether you’re working in strategic communications\, media relations\, digital engagement\, internal communications or campaigns\, this is a valuable opportunity to learn from colleagues and take away practical ideas you can apply in your organisation. \nAttendance is free\, but places are limited. \nWe look forward to welcoming you to Birmingham for an afternoon of insight\, discussion and networking. \nBOOK HERE
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-west-midlands-regional-network-meeting/
LOCATION:Birmingham City Council\, Council House\, Victoria Square\, Birmingham\, B1 1BB
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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SUMMARY:Westco: Law of Consultation for Public Service Professionals
DESCRIPTION:In-person course at Westminster City Council \nWed 14 October 2026 \n10am – 1:30pm \n£195 + VAT \nAvoid common pitfalls and legal challenges to navigate public consultations with confidence. \nAnticipating a sensitive public consultation? This training is your passport to navigating the legal intricacies of public engagement. From the Five Strands of Consultation Law to real-life case studies\, we equip teams with the insights and strategies needed to consult confidently and lead impactful dialogues. This training will help you steer clear of potential pitfalls and empower you in the planning and execution of public consultations and community engagements. \nFor a practical understanding of the legal landscape surrounding public consultations\, how to minimise the risk of legal challenges\, and practical guidance on running or commissioning a successful consultation. \nHere’s what you can expect to learn:   \n\nFive Strands of Consultation Law\nLegal Challenges & Judicial Reviews\nCase Studies & Examples\nThe Doctrine of Legitimate Expectation\nThe Gunning Principles\n\nLocation:\n \nWestminster City Council 64 Victoria Street London SW1E 6QP \nAbout the trainer:  \nRhion Jones is the co-founder of The Consultation Institute and has been monitoring consultation case law since 2008. He has published 50+ commentaries on specific judicial reviews and delivered over 100 courses on the Law of Consultation. Rhion currently provides government and C-suite advice and guidance under his trading name\, The Consultation Guru. \nTo Book click here: Westco Academy – Law of Consultation for Public Service Professionals 2026
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/westco-law-of-consultation-for-public-service-professionals/
LOCATION:Westminster City Council\, 64 Victoria Street\, London\, SW1E 6QP
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SUMMARY:Partner event: How to create storytelling content without a big budget
DESCRIPTION:FREE Lunch and Learn Virtual Event with Westco Communications \nThursday 15 October \n12:00 – 12:45 pm. \nREGISTER HERE \nGreat video content is not really about expensive equipment or polished production. It is about telling a story that makes an emotional connection with the people you want to reach. \nJoin us for a free Westco Lunch and Learn exploring how local authority communications teams can create more engaging\, human and effective video content using the resources they already have. \nToo much public sector video is designed simply broadcast information. But the content people remember\, share and respond to is often the content that makes them feel something… whether that is pride\, hope\, reassurance\, curiosity\, empathy or a sense that an issue matters to them personally. Yes\, it is all about emotional vibe. \nThis practical session will explore how to move from simply explaining what is happening to telling stories that help audiences understand why it matters to them. \nWe’ll explore :   \n\nStart with the emotional goal – before thinking about cameras\, locations or editing\, decide what you want your audience to feel\, understand or do.\nStorytelling rather than information dumping – how human stories\, tension and resolution can make even complex council issues more relatable and memorable.\nA simple storytelling framework – using Hook\, Challenge and Resolution to create a clear narrative that keeps people watching and gives the story emotional momentum.\nBuild a useful B-roll library – how creating a bank of authentic footage of people\, places and services can make stories feel richer while reducing the need for repeated filming.\nCreate once\, use intelligently – how to plan a strong “main cut” alongside shorter\, platform-first social edits designed to capture attention quickly.\nWhy preparation matters – because the strongest video stories are often won or lost before the camera is switched on.\n\nWhat will you take away? \nThe session is designed to show that compelling video storytelling is achievable even when budgets\, time and resources are limited. \nYou’ll leave with a simple\, repeatable approach for planning your next video: \n\nWho are we trying to reach?\nUnderstand the audience\, what they care about\, and what is likely to resonate.\nWhat do we want them to feel?\nIdentify the emotional connection at the heart of the story.\nWhat is the story?\nFind the human challenge\, experience or change that will bring the message to life.\nWhat do we need to capture?\nPlan the interviews\, images and B-roll that will help the audience experience the story rather than simply hear about it.\n\nWe’ll also look at how a more strategic approach to filming can help councils build a valuable library of authentic content that can be reused across teams\, campaigns and channels – helping communications feel more human while getting more value from every shoot. \nThis session will be hosted by Karina Perdomo\, Producer of Quick Brown Fox Productions with Westco Communications. \nAs always\, our Lunch and Learn sessions provide plenty of opportunity to ask questions\, share experiences\, and learn from other public sector communicators. \n 
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/partner-event-how-to-create-storytelling-content-without-a-big-budget/
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SUMMARY:Partner event: Orlo’s BIG Social 2026
DESCRIPTION:There’s no denying that there is a lot of change happening in the public sector right now\, whether its a general move towards’digital transformation’ across the sector\, or with Local Government Reorganisation moving the goalposts entirely. Presenting your organisation as a united source of truth while managing public expectations is complex. \nJoin us at BIG Social 206 on the 22nd of October at Eastside Rooms\, Birmingham. We are focusing the whole day on understanding how to engage and connect with your community when the only constant is change. \nWith speakers from Liverpool City Council\, Surrey County Council\, Lambeth Council and Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council\, there’s a whole range of sessions geared towards local government comms. \nOrlo’s BIG Social 2026 \n22nd October 2026 | Eastside Rooms\, Birmingham \nSign up for your FREE ticket now by visiting https://orlo.tech/events/orlos-big-social/orlos-big-social-2026/
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/partner-event-orlos-big-social-2026/
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SUMMARY:Westco: What makes a great Communication Strategist and Leader?
DESCRIPTION:In-person course at Westminster City Council \nThu 5 November 2026 9.30am – 4.30pm \n£349 + VAT \nBuild on your strategy as a leader in local government communications.For a clear understanding of your strategic contribution\, the role you should play in strategy development\, and an appreciation of important leadership behaviour. The course moves beyond core communication knowledge\, informed by the experiences of communication leaders in local government\, as well as research from around the world. The programme builds on the experiences of those taking part and adapts to meet the specific needs of the cohort as the day unfolds. It provides a unique and bespoke perspective on the practice of strategic leadership in local government communication. \nCourse Takeaways:   \n\nUnderstand the difference between strategic planning and strategic thinking\nClarity around your strategic contribution and who matters most from a strategic perspective\nUnderstand the qualities and characteristics of good strategists and how to anticipate future issues and opportunities\nKnow how to make sense of communication challenges for yourself and others and the key priorities when leading complex situations\nThe importance of reflection to your professional development.\n\nThis course is for: \nHeads of departments\, deputy level positions\, senior managers and new or aspiring leader in local government communication who would like to learn how to gain influence in their organisation and be a trusted advisor. \nLocation: \nThis course is in-person and will be held at Westminster City Hall\, 64 Victoria Street\, London SW1E 6QP. \nAbout the trainer: \nDr. Paul Willis is one of the UK’s leading academics in the field of leadership and strategic communication. Formerly a Professor of Corporate Communication at The University of Huddersfield\, he is now Visiting Professor at Leeds Business School and Huddersfield Business School\, while also running his own training and research consultancy. \nPaul delivers many professional development programmes for communicators across local government and teaches the award-winning Master’s in Strategic Communication Leadership for the GCS. His training is informed by the latest research\, including his own books and journal articles. Paul has held a range of leadership and board-level positions in the communications industry before joining academia\, ensuring his work is rooted in practical experience. \nTo Book click here: westco-academy-what-makes-a-great-communications-strategist-and-leader-2026 \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/westco-what-makes-a-great-communication-strategist-and-leader/
LOCATION:Westminster City Hall\, 64 Victoria Street\, London\, SW1E 6QE
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SUMMARY:LGcomms East of England Regional network meeting
DESCRIPTION:Free for LGcomms members \nSave the date for the next meeting of the LGcomms East of England event – 5th November. \nThis will take place at The Forum\, Southend between 10am – 1pm. \nFurther details\, including a full agenda will be available soon. \nBook HERE
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-east-of-england-regional-network-meeting-4/
LOCATION:The Forum\, Elmer Square (off Elmer Avenue and High Street)\, Southend on Sea\, Essex\, SS1 1NS
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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