Preparing for Assertion 10: Part 2 - Councillors, Governance & Next Steps (OPTION 2)

Why attend?

Compliance with Assertion 10 isn’t just about devices and websites — it’s also about how councillors communicate, how your council prepares for future governance changes, and how you can build a solid evidence base.

This session looks beyond the basics, helping Clerks manage risk from councillor behaviour, adapt to upcoming reforms, and put systems in place that demonstrate compliance with confidence.

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What we’ll cover

- Councillor Communications – personal emails, FOI/SAR risks, and moving to council domains
- Governance for the Future – remote meetings, proxy voting, and how digital readiness underpins these changes
- Building Your Compliance Map – practical steps to evidence Assertion 10, from data mapping to annual reviews

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Interactive elements

• Case study: an FOI request nightmare when councillors use personal email

• Polls and quizzes to spark discussion on governance and digital risks

• Practical walkthrough: what a simple compliance map looks like in action

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Takeaways

✔ Model Councillor Email & FOI Policy Points
✔ Template Data Compliance Map (starter version)
✔ Quick-win checklist for “evidence you can show auditors”
✔ Certificate of Attendance (for CPD/evidence)