The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) is the nationally recognised membership and support organisation representing the interests of around 10,000 local (parish and town) councils and many parish meetings in England, and their 100,000 local councillors.

Local councils are the first tier of local government in England. They are the backbone of our democracy and closest to local people, providing our neighbourhoods, villages, towns and small cities with a democratic voice and structure for taking action, contributing in excess of £2 billion of community investment to supporting and improving local communities and delivering neighbourhood level services.

On 30 March 2022, NALC is holding an online event on the subject of working together to make communities safer.

According to the Office of National Statistics, the pandemic affected patterns of crime. Individual crime types such as theft offences decreased but were offset by increased fraud and computer misuse offences, resulting in no change in overall crime levels.

The work of the Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) will be outlined, as well as how PCCs are engaging with communities and local councils. The panel will cover the important role police and crime panels play in scrutinising PCCs, their effectiveness, and their link to local councils, along with tips and good practice.

Important questions covered will include: How are PCCs working with communities to reduce crime and improve community safety? What part can local (parish and town) councils play using their existing powers and funding? What are the implications for the public and local councils if crime levels remain unchanged post-pandemic?

The expert panel includes Cllr John Gilli-Ross, chair of Essex Police, Fire and Crime Panel and Caroline Henry, Police and Crime Commissioner for Nottinghamshire

The prices for this event start from £30. The event is sponsored by BHIB Councils Insurance, Blachere Illumination and CCLA.

Register your place and find out more about this event.