Future Local Lab
Local Government Explained
Local Elections England: 2026
Courses for officers & staff
As an officer, you deserve focused, productive days. You aim to build thoughtful relationships with your colleagues. You strive for professional growth and exploration.
LGIU Training is here to help you achieve all of that and more.
Explore our officer and staff courses below or develop a tailored in-house programme for your council.
Which courses are best for me? Contact our training coordinator to discuss your training needs.
Quick tip: if your council is an LGIU member, you get 25% off all LGIU training.
Chairing skills for staff and managers
Understanding strategic thinking
Working with councillors: developing political awareness
Advanced report writing for committees and cabinet
Practical project management
Organisational Development: changing council culture
Local government management development essentials
This is a 3-day course spread over 6 weeks starting:
Day 1: 16 October 2025
Day 2: 6 November 2025
Day 3: 20 November 2025
Community engagement: leadership of place
Local government finance essentials
Social media essentials
Tackling disinformation and misinformation
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