Agenda item

Including Oral Update from Pascoe Sawyers on the new Highlighting Political Leadership programme

Pascoe Sawyer, informed Members of the updated Political Leadership Programme and the new offer for Councillors wanting to expand their leadership skills and network. There were a number of different programmes tailored to the different needs of members.

Cllr Hammond reminded Members that the LGA also offered a Leadership Essentials Programme particularly for the Fire and Rescue Service which provide Members from the sector a chance to share ideas, hear good practice and network with leading Members from other Fire Authorities.

Members were also informed that the Fire College was to run a taster weekend for anyone interested in joining the fire and rescue service. The aim of the day was to try and encourage more young people to join the service.

Cllr Hammond informed the Commission that this was to be her last meeting as Chairman and thanked all Members for their continued support over the past two years.

Decision:

Members noted the report.