National Association of Local Councils (NALC)
22 Oct 2026
NALC Annual Conference 2027: Bookings Now Open
The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) has opened bookings for its Annual Conference 2027, taking place on Wednesday 23 June, from 10am to 4pm, at 1 Wimpole Street, London....
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05 Oct 2026
How Rural Councils Are Preparing For Flooding
From volunteer flood watchers to groundwater alerts, a new collection of case studies shows how parish and town councils are helping rural communities prepare for flooding. Published by the National...
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06 Jul 2026
Star Council Awards Open for Nominations
Nominations are now open for the National Association of Local Councils (NALC) Star Council Awards 2026/27, the only national awards dedicated to recognising the achievements of England’s parish and town...
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09 Mar 2026
Thetford Town Council Receives Prestigious NALC Gold Award
Thetford Town Council has earned the Prestigious National Association of Local Councils (NALC) Quality Gold Award, setting the Benchmark for Excellence in Local Governance. This nationally recognised accreditation confirms that...
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02 Mar 2026
NALC Star Council Awards Celebrate Excellence
Parish and town councils from across England were honoured at the NALC 2026 Star Council Awards, held on 24 February at the prestigious House of Lords. The ceremony brought together...
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08 Dec 2025
NALC Announces Star Council Awards 2025/26 Finalists
The finalists for the National Association of Local Councils (NALC) Star Council Awards 2025/26 have now been announced following a rigorous assessment process and a record number of nominations from...
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11 Aug 2025
RSN Supports National Awards For Parish And Town Councils
The Rural Services Network is pleased to announce that it will be supporting the National Association of Local Councils (NALC) Star Council Awards this year to celebrate the hard work...
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03 Mar 2025
NALC Honors Top Achievers at Star Council Awards
NALC announced this year’s Star Council Awards winners at a dazzling ceremony at the prestigious House of Lords on 25 February 2025. The event brought together councillors, clerks, MPs, parliamentarians,...
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16 Dec 2024
NALC announces finalists for Star Council Awards 2024
NALC is delighted to unveil the prestigious Star Council Awards 2024 finalists, showcasing the best of England’s parish and town councils. This annual celebration of innovation and commitment highlights the transformative...
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21 Oct 2024
Rural Services Network Collaborates on Urgent Housing Reform
In a significant collaborative effort, the Rural Services Network, alongside several key organisations, has sent a joint letter to Matthew Pennycook MP, the Minister of State for Housing, Communities and...
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