Chairing Skills for Councillors

Date: 02 September 2026
Time:  18:00 – 20:00hrs

Description:
The role of a Chair is essential for ensuring that meetings are run effectively.  This session focuses on chairing skills that ensure meetings are managed appropriately and decisions are reached.

Venue:
Delivered remotely using Zoom
Also available on an in-house basis for groups of between 2 and 12 participants

Content:

• • Why effective chairing is important
  • The key roles of a Chair
  • Different kinds of meetings you may be asked to chair
  • Before, during and after – the mechanics of a meeting
  • Encouraging participation and discussion
  • Handling conflict – dealing with personalities
  • The legalities of council meetings
  • Chairing for success – reaching and presenting decisions
  • Chairing remote meetings

Price:
Special Member offer- £45 + VAT per learner (reduced from the normal member price of £106).
Book early – places are limited and courses may be cancelled if insufficient numbers are reached.

Non-member organisations- £122 plus VAT per learner

Course reference:  CD/25/838

How to apply:  Please use the Booking form to enrol.

Closing Date 22 July 2026