Cllr Judi Billing introduced the report which provided an update on the new Highlighting Leadership Programme provided by the LGA.

Members discussed the increased number of graduates and councils involved in the National Graduate Development Programme (ngdp). Members were very positive about the scheme and its importance. Members discussed the high levels of uptake, by both graduates and councils, in London and the South East and asked about efforts to increase engagement in other regions.

Members discussed the increase in uptake of the political leadership programme and the need for similar offers regarding effective and responsible opposition. They highlighted opportunities to link the programme with other external public health and care integration programmes.They also raised the need to react to demand for programmes and support depending upon the electoral cycle.

Decision

The report was noted by members.

Actions

·         To provide members with breakdowns similar to that provided for the ngdp for other programmes.