Councillor Training Resources

Councillor Training Resources

NILGA’s councillor training resources aim to provide councillors with opportunities to build both their skills and confidence. These resources help develop abilities in local leadership, working in partnerships, effective communication, political understanding, scrutiny and accountability, resilience and wellbeing, and skilled use of digital technologies.

Training

NILGA Regional Programme - Audit Committee Training for Councillors - 26 November 2025

The session focused on strengthened understanding of Audit Committee roles and responsibilities, governance, risk and control arrangements, and confidence in supporting robust, defensible decision-making.

Audit Committee Training for Councillors - Video 

NILGA Regional Programme - Copilot for Councillors - 21 January 2026

The session focused on how Microsoft Copilot can support councillors, streamlining daily tasks while promoting responsible use.

Copilot for Councillors - Presentation

Copilot for Councillors - Video

NILGA Regional Programme  -  Elected Members Civil Contingencies Training - 18 February 2026

In this session, you'll discover what emergency planning involves, learn practical approaches to implementing it, and find out what support is available to help you.

Elected Members Civil Contingencies Training - Video

NILGA Regional Programme  -  Allyship Workshop - 20 May 2026

In this session, you'll discover how to strengthen your understanding of the experiences and challenges faced by marginalised councillors and groups, while also reflecting on bias, privilege and perspective.

Allyship Workshop - Video 

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