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SUMMARY:Zero to Hero series - Social media: Tackling negative social media engagement across multiple inboxes\, protecting your org's online presence and building your own/your team's resilience and wellbeing.
DESCRIPTION:Pippa Newton\, Digital Communications and Campaigns Officer at Wandsworth Council\n\n\nLaura Hogan-Jones\, Customer Success Manager at Orlo\n\n\n\n\nView slides (members only)
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/social-media-tackling-negative-social-media-engagement-and-supporting-your-own-your-teams-resilience-and-wellbeing/
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SUMMARY:LGcomms Yorkshire & the Humber regional network meeting
DESCRIPTION:We’re pleased to be able to invite you to the first of second LGcomms Yorkshire and Humber regional network meetings. \nDate: 24th February 2026 \nVenue: Committee Room 3\, Sheffield Town Hall\, Pinstone St\, Sheffield City Centre\, Sheffield S1 2HH \nOur regional networks bring together communications professionals from across local government and the wider public sector to share insight\, ideas and experience. They offer a chance to discuss current priorities and challenges and hear from national and regional partners. \nThe running time of the session is 12.00 pm to 5.00 pm\, and refreshments will be provided. \nAgenda so far: \n‘Feeding the trolls’ countering mis- and dis-information on social – Lou Gibson and Eddie Coates-Madden\nDealing with abuse on social media – Elina Luty and Lou Gibson\nAlternatives to X in community engagement\, WhatsApp and Facebook community groups – Lou Gibson\nTeam structures – all\nThe session is free for LGcomms members. If you or your team members would like to attend\, please book here or contact hello@lgcomms.org.uk please note spaces are limited due to room capacity.
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-yorkshire-the-humber-regional-network-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Sheffield Town Hall\, Pinstone St\, Sheffield\, S1 2HH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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SUMMARY:Zero to Hero series - Accessibility: Practical tips and tools for making public sector digital communications accessible and inclusive\, covering essentials like plain language\, accessible design\, alt text\, captions\, and more
DESCRIPTION:Louise Gibson\, Team Manager for Social Media\, Design\, Advertising and Sponsorship at Sheffield City Council\nBOOK HERE
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/accessibility-practical-tips-and-tools-for-making-public-sector-digital-communications-accessible-and-inclusive-covering-essentials-like-plain-language-accessible-design-alt-text-captions-and-mo/
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SUMMARY:LGcomms East Midlands regional network meeting
DESCRIPTION:East Midlands Regional Network Meeting  \nTuesday 31 March 2026 \n10.30am – 1.30pm \nLeicestershire County Council \nBook now by emailing hello@lgcomms.org.uk \nJoin us for the next LGComms East Midlands regional network meeting! \nBuilding on the feedback from previous sessions\, we will be joined by Alan Oram from Alive with Ideas to talk about the practical use of AI in Comms Campaigns. \nWe’d also love to hear real examples from across the region too\, so please do bring along your own case studies of how you’re using AI within your team. \nIf there are any other items or topics you would like to see on the agenda for this session\, please contact Rachael Pengelly – rachael.pengelly@emcouncils.gov.uk\, or Craig Forsyth – Craig.Forsyth@westnorthants.gov.uk. \nFuture Comms Team \nThere will also be a Future Communications session held by LGcommms at the venue in the afternoon. If you are interested in joining\, please visit: Future Comms Team Pilot Programme Expression of Interest Survey and select East Midlands.
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-east-midlands-regional-network-meeting-6/
LOCATION:Leicestershire County Council\, County Hall\, Leicester Rd\, Glenfield\, Leicester\, LE3 8RA
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260416T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260416T160000
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SUMMARY:LGcomms West Midlands & Staffordshire regional network meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join LGcomms in Coventry on 16 April to tackle the big comms issues of the day (in-person event) \nWe don’t have to tell you how challenging and demanding it is to be in local government communications right now.  \nIt’s rarely been more complex\, fast-changing and uncertain. \nWhich is why we are offering the chance to take a brief step away and to share\, in a safe space\, thoughts\, experiences and advice with other comms professionals in the West Midlands. \nAs we move into the pre-May election period\, our big theme will be how we can manage strategic comms in an uncertain political world and ensure that whatever the outcome of the elections we are best-placed to help our councils navigate some tricky waters.  \nWe also want to share case studies and advice on some of our residents’ day-to-day concerns\, including how we can tackle the growing problem of waste crime. \n1.	Chair’s welcome 13.10 10 mins.\nintroduction and background Jayne Surman\, Warwickshire CC	 \n2.	When your council’s administration changes\, what happens next	13.20 55 mins\nMatt Nicholls (Local Government Association)\nBecky Hutson (West  Northants)\nSarah James (Staffordshire CC) \n3.	The behaviour change of waste – from recycling to  dealing with waste crime	14.15 45 mins\nDominic Ridley-Moy (Behaviour Change Network)\nJohn Paul Danon (Councils Advertising Network) \n4.	Open session: discussion on other current issues   15.00. 40 mins\nCarl Holloway (Coventry)	 \n5.	Reflections and next steps  15.40 15mins\nJayne Surman/ all	 \nIf you or your team members would like to attend\, please contact hello@lgcomms.org.uk. \nThe session is free for LGcomms members. If you want to become a member go to: https://lgcomms.org.uk/membership/ \nPlease note spaces are limited to two per organisation due to room capacity.
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-west-midlands-staffordshire-regional-network-meeting/
LOCATION:Coventry City Council office\, One Friargate\, Station Square\, Coventry\, CV1 2GN
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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SUMMARY:LGcomms North West regional network meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the next LGcomms North West regional network meeting \nDate: Friday 24 April 2026\nTime: 10am to 1pm\nLocation: Paderborn Room\, Albert Halls\, Victoria Road\, Bolton \nBuilding on feedback from our members\, and discussions from our previous session held in Blackburn\, agenda items are set to cover:\n• Major events and how to deliver high-quality large-scale events in-house\, with a presentation from Bolton Council on their tremendously popular Food and Drink Festival\n• A group discussion on elections and what we’re anticipating to come in May\n• Using AI creatively – a workshop led by CAN Digital\n• Conversation on out of hours arrangements and the logistics of managing round-the-clock comms teams\n• Updates on community cohesion and what’s changed since we got together in Blackburn in the autumn \nIf there are any other items or topics you would like to see on the agenda for this session\, please contact Jeni Harvey on jeni.harvey@rbh.org.uk; Duncan Keary on Duncan.Keary@bolton.gov.uk or Andy Allsopp on Andy.Allsopp@essex.gov.uk \nA networking lunch\, sponsored by CAN Digital\, and lots of time for open discussions will be built into the session. \nAll our regional networks are FREE for LGComms member organisations to attend. \nOur regional networks\, developed by LGcomms along with the Local Government Association\, provide an important forum for members to share issues\, best practice and campaigns\, and hear briefings from key partners. They’re also an important opportunity to focus on communications challenges which are unique to regions and network with colleagues. We’d love to see you there. \nTo book you place contact hello@lgcomms.org.uk \nFuture Comms Team\nThere will also be a Future Communications session held by LGcomms at the venue in the afternoon. If you are interested in joining\, please visit: Future Comms Team Pilot Programme Expression of Interest Survey and select North West.
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-north-west-regional-network-meeting/
LOCATION:Paderborn Room\,\, Albert Halls\, Victoria Road\, Bolton\, BL1 1RU
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260512T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260512T161500
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SUMMARY:LGcomms South West regional network meeting
DESCRIPTION:The next SW LGcomms regional event brings together a strong line up of speakers\, each sharing practical insight into the issues communications teams are grappling with right now. \nThe programme will explore how creativity\, data and behaviour change can be used to strengthen public sector communications. Speakers will look at using AI and fresh thinking to spark ideas\, applying behaviour change principles to emergency planning and public campaigns\, and using insight and data to shape more effective communications. \nThere will also be hands on sessions focused on real world practice\, including a PR campaign workshop\, storytelling techniques that help messages land with different audiences\, and learning from live public safety and seasonal campaigns led by Devon & Somerset Fire and Rescue Service. Throughout the day\, speakers will share honest reflections\, practical examples and ideas that attendees can take straight back into their roles. \nTogether\, the sessions offer a valuable mix of strategy\, creativity and practical skills — alongside plenty of opportunity to ask questions\, share experiences and learn from colleagues across the South West. \nEvent details:\n• Venue: South Hams District Council offices\, Follaton House\, Totnes\, TQ9 5NE\n• (Follow signs for the Chamber\, not reception)\n• Date: Tuesday 12 May\n• Starts: Registration 9-9:30 a.m.\n• Finishes: 4:15 p.m.\n• Refreshments: Available\n• Lunch: Bring your own please \nBooking is open and spaces are filling quickly so please contact Vicky Croughan vicky.croughan@swdevon.gov.uk to attend. When booking\, please let Vicky know if there are any accessibility issues she needs to be aware of. \nYou do need to be an LGcomms member to attend if you have attended before. Membership costs £300 + VAT per organisation and you can find more information at https://lgcomms.org.uk/membership We’ve already got a number of organisations registering to join so they can take advantage of these collaborative sessions.
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-south-west-regional-network-meeting-2/
LOCATION:South Hams District Council offices\, Follaton House\, Totnes\, TQ9 5NE
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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SUMMARY:LGcomms North East regional network meeting
DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR LGcomms members \nJoin us for our first North East regional network meeting: \nDate: 2nd June \nTime: 12.30pm – 4pm \nVenue: Gateshead Council \n  \nAgenda: \n12:15 – arrival \n12:30 – Welcome from Peter Darrant\, chair\, Out North East \n1pm – Matt Nicholls – Managing political change \n1.45 – Coffee \n2pm – Jeni Harvey – LGcomms and team development \n2.45 – End: Round robin: issues\, challenges\, and – dare we say it – any good news to share! \n  \nTo find out more please contact jeni.harvey@rbh.org.uk or SmythHarper@Gateshead.Gov.UK \nTo book your place please contact hello@lgcomms.org.uk
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-north-east-regional-network-meeting/
LOCATION:Gateshead Council\, ONE Centre\, 2B Stonehills\, Pelaw\,\, Gateshead\, Tyne and Wear\, NE10 0HW
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260604T100000
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SUMMARY:LGcomms East of England regional network meeting
DESCRIPTION:Free for LGcomms members \nSave the date for the LGcomms East of England regional network meeting on Thursday 4 June\, 10am at Harlow Civic Centre. From shared challenges to practical insight\, join comms colleagues from across the region in one of the UK’s original New Towns. \nAgenda to follow. \nTo book your place please email hello@lgcomms.org.uk \n 
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-east-of-england-regional-network-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Harlow Civic centre\, The Water Gardens\, College Square\,\, Harlow\,\, Essex\,\, CM20 1WG
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260722T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260722T160000
DTSTAMP:20260616T121859Z
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SUMMARY:LGcomms Yorkshire & Humber regional network meeting
DESCRIPTION:FREE  FOR LGCOMMS MEMBERS \nJoin us for our next Yorkshire & Humber regional network meeting \nDate: 22 July 2026 \nTime: 1.30pm – 4pm \nVenue: West Offices\, Station Rise\, York\, North Yorkshire\, YO1 6GA \nHosted by York & North Yorkshire Combined Authority \nAgenda: \n\n\nDisinformation. City of York Council has been targeted quite heavily recently so has some really good case studies/ learnings;\n\n\n\n\nSeldom heard groups and community influencers – discussion led by the Combined Authority; and\n\n\n\n\nAccessible comms building on from our last session in Sheffield including talking news\, BSL\, etc – City of York Council led.\n\n\nBook your space by contacting hello@lgcomms.org.uk
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-yorkshire-humber-regional-network-meeting/
LOCATION:York & North Yorkshire Combined Authority\, West Offices\, Station Rise\,\, York\,\, North Yorkshire\,\, YO1 6GA
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260728T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260728T120000
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SUMMARY:LGcomms East Midlands online regional meeting
DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR LGCOMMS MEMBERS \nMeeting focus \nThis session will focus on local government reorganisation\, reflecting the continued direction of travel from Government around devolution and structural reform. With the minded-to announcement still expected before Summer Recess\, our meeting will be an opportunity for colleagues to share insight\, challenges and approaches across the region. \n  \nWider discussion \nWe would also like to use part of the session to: \n\nExplore team practices like hybrid working and out-of-hours arrangements\nGather views on topics for future in-person meetings\nSeek support with identifying potential venues (don’t worry\, we’ll do all the legwork)\nBegin shaping a regular programme of regional events that works alongside colleagues’ workloads and commitments\nEnsure the network continues to provide practical value\, peer support and shared learning\n\nYour input will be really valuable in helping us develop a programme that reflects your needs and supports your activity now and in future. \nWe will also hear from Kirstie McKenzie\, Managing Director of our new regional sponsor Touch Design\, on collaborative working to reduce duplication and make the most of our combined resources. \n  \nBook your place by emailing craig.forsyth@westnorthants.gov.uk \n  \n 
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-east-midlands-online-regional-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260806T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260806T150000
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SUMMARY:LGcomms webinar: Co-design: what is it\, and what do comms and engagement teams need to know?
DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR LGCOMMS MEMEBERS (please log in) \nCo-design is increasingly seen as the gold standard for engaging with residents and service users in local government and health services. For those working in comms and engagement teams\, this presents new challenges and opportunities. This session will explore what co-design is and what comms and engagement teams need to do to make it work. \nDate: Thursday 6th August \nTime: 2pm – 3pm \nBook HERE
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-webinar-co-design-what-is-it-and-what-do-comms-and-engagement-teams-need-to-know/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260909T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260909T170000
DTSTAMP:20260827T143213Z
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SUMMARY:Future Leaders drop in session
DESCRIPTION:Are you a passionate communicator in local government ready to take the next step in your career? \nThe Future Leaders programme offers tailored development\, peer support\, and mentoring from senior leaders. \nWant to learn more before applying? \nMeet alumni\, ask questions\, and find out what makes this programme so impactful. \nBook here
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/future-leaders-drop-in-session-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260910T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260910T124500
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SUMMARY:YouTube as a social channel: what public sector comms needs to know
DESCRIPTION:Free for LGcomms members – please log in. \nDate: 10th September \nTime: 12 – 12.45pm \nYouTube as a social channel: what public sector comms need to know. \nJoin LGcomms for a practical webinar exploring why YouTube should be treated as a social platform in its own right. Zander Mills from South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue will talk through how SYFR has re-energised its YouTube channel\, while social media expert Luan Wise will explore why the platform matters now\, particularly for reaching younger audiences. \nBook Here
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/youtube-as-a-social-channel-what-public-sector-comms-needs-to-know/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260911T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260911T150000
DTSTAMP:20260903T103844Z
CREATED:20260903T080701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T103844Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: LGcomms Collaborative Campaign - Cost of Living
DESCRIPTION:The LGcomms Future Comms Team programme is launching a collaborative campaign to help its members work together to support residents in making sure they are accessing all the support they are entitled to. By working together in real time\, we save time\, reduce cost per outcome and can evaluate (and benchmark) together. \nThe campaign is being led by Mandy Pearse\, with support from CAN\, e-shot\, Orlo and Letterbox. \nThe campaign is planned to go live from 1 October. \nYou can join the campaign introduction call on Friday September 11th at 14:00 by registering here: LGcomms Collaborative Campaign – Cost of Living
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/collaborative-campaigns-cost-of-living/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260928T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260928T130000
DTSTAMP:20260827T143252Z
CREATED:20260901T080028Z
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SUMMARY:Future Leaders drop in session
DESCRIPTION:Are you a passionate communicator in local government ready to take the next step in your career? \nThe Future Leaders programme offers tailored development\, peer support\, and mentoring from senior leaders. \nWant to learn more before applying? \nMeet alumni\, ask questions\, and find out what makes this programme so impactful. \nBook here
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/future-leaders-drop-in-session-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260930T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260930T130000
DTSTAMP:20260911T114655Z
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SUMMARY:LGcomms Webinar: Preventing Gambling Harm
DESCRIPTION:In July\, 5 London Boroughs shared their Gambling Harm Campaign with 40 councils. \nThis collaborative approach resulted in: \n\n10% increase in calls and chats with Gamcare nationally\n55% increase in calls in London (16 councils took part)\n140\,000 + landing page visits with 1\,000+ referrals and sign ups for more support\n\nHosted by the LGcomms – Future Comms Team\, this collaborative campaign meeting will feature: \n\nLived experience and messaging insight from Gambling with Lives\nResearch from the Universities of Bristol and Plymouth on messaging and impact\nInsight and learning from phase one of the campaign\nA shared campaign plan and messaging framework for the remainder of FY26/27\n\nRegister on our Partner site: Gambling harm collaborative campaign meeting \nLGcomms Members only
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-preventing-gambling-harm/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261006T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261006T143000
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SUMMARY:Partner event: Email Workshop and Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:e-shot are looking forward to spending the day with Staffordshire County Council for our next Email Workshop & Collaboration Day. \nOur free workshops help you to better reach and engage with your audiences\, improve your email marketing strategies and create real impact. Focused on sharing ideas and tackling common email marketing challenges\, we explore what good engagement looks like and how you can achieve this in practice. \nIf you’re interested in improving email performance\, exchanging experiences with others\, and making the most of your email marketing\, we’d love to see you there. \n\nDate: 6th Oct 2026\nLocation: Staffordshire County Council\nCost: Free of charge with lunch and refreshments provided\nRegister and more details: https://www.e-shot.net/insights/events/email-workshop-and-collaboration-day-staffordshire
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/partner-event-email-workshop-and-collaboration/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261006T130000
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SUMMARY:LGcomms East Midlands Regional Network meeting
DESCRIPTION:The next East Midlands network meeting: \nDate: Tuesday 6 October \nTime: 10am to 1pm \nVenue: Civic Rooms 1 & 2 at the Newark and Sherwood District Council offices \nThe agenda: \n\nWelcome and intros\nLocal government reorganisation\nRefreshment break\nCost of living comms\nFuture programme\nNetworking\n\nFree for LGcomms members \nBOOK HERE
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-east-midlands-regional-network-meeting-7/
LOCATION:Newark and Sherwood District Council’s offices at Castle House\, Great North Road\, Newark.\, Newark and Sherwood District Council’s offices at Castle House\, Great North Road\, Newark.\, Castle House\, Great North Road\, Newark
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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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 \nThis will take place at The Forum\, Southend between 10am – 1pm. \nWhat’s on the agenda for the next LGcomms East of England Regional Network meeting? \nJoin us on Thursday 5 November at The Forum in Southend for a morning of discussion\, shared learning and networking with local government communicators from across the region. \nThe agenda includes: \n10am–10.45am | Welcome and introduction from Southend \n10.45am–11.30am | Roundtable: Current challenges and opportunities\nDiscuss Local Government Reorganisation and devolution\, the recent Government Budget\, as well as managing uncertainty and transition. \n12pm–1pm | Campaigns masterclass\nExplore the Poppies on the Pier campaign from Southend\, behaviour change campaigns including public health\, effective campaign design and how collaboration can maximise impact. The session will feature Russell Cartright from CAN. \nThe meeting is a great opportunity to exchange experiences\, learn from colleagues and take away ideas to support your own communications work. \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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