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.

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

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

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)