Councillor Development

Supporting councillors in their varied roles is a key priority for us which is evident in the range of national, regional and local development activities and support we provide.

These pages are a gateway to:

• Provide information and advice
• Signpost learning opportunities for councillors
• Support a vibrant, regional Member Development Network

Some opportunities are subsidised by the North West Improvement and Efficiency Partnership (NWIEP).

To accommodate councillors' different learning styles and preferences, we provide a range of options including:

• Development programmes and events
• One-to-one mentoring
• Online learning
• Resources and useful website links
• Details of development opportunities available nationally and regionally.

With our partners we share a commitment to improve support for individual councillors, councils and the sub regions. The core of our work is to support councillors with their development to benefit their communities and the region as a whole.

We know many councils provide an excellent range of support to councillors development and you may find some resources are already available within your authority.