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Herefordshire Association of Local Councils
- Insured, specialist information and advice for parish/town councils. Contact your local HALC office by email, letter, telephone call or personal visit. Presentations at parish meetings are available upon request. Mobile cover for urgent matters is available out of hours.
- Legal opinion from the National Association of Local Councils (NALC) on specific issues.
- 24 hour information from member secton of the HALC website covering all matters affecting parish councils. Download copies of documents, information sheets and other material.
- Helpful hints via monthly ‘Information Corner’ leaflets - hard copy and e-mail. Up to date information and advice on all aspects of local government including how the Localism Bill and other changes in government will affect you.
- Representation at county, regional and national level by HALC Chief Executive and members - ensuring your voice is heard.
- Financial advice on all aspects of local government, including preparation of accounts, VAT issues, PAYE, risk assessment and grant funding.
- Code of Conduct briefings and training in liaison with the County Standards Committee.
- Training for Councillors and Clerks through the County Training Partnership (CTP), including the Clerk’s CiLCA certificate.
- Parish Planning guidance, leading to project development assistance.
- Networking opportunities via Area Meetings.