Managing in a political environment
DATE: 2 November 2026
TIME: 10.00 – 12.00
VENUE:
This event is delivered remotely via Teams
DESCRIPTION:
This 2 hour webinar is designed for managers working within local government who need to lead effectively in a politically managed organisation. It provides an opportunity to build understanding of the political context of the council, strengthen confidence inworking within democratic decision-making structures, and develop practical strategies for managing services, relationships, and teams in a political environment. Participants will explore the perspectives of elected members, the role and decision-making powers of key committees, and the manager’s role in maintaining political neutrality while supporting effective governance and service delivery.
This event will benefit:
- Managers working in local government
- New or aspiring managers who need to understand the political context
- Service managers and team leaders working with elected members and senior officers
- Officers moving into roles with greater exposure to governance or committee processes
- Anyone needing to build confidence in working within a politically managed organisation
CONTENT:
- Roles and responsibilities of councillors, officers and managers
- Committee structures and decision-making process
- The manager’s role in upholding political neutrality, supporting officers and maintaining effective working relationships with elected members
- Political sensitivities, managing risk, responding appropriately to issues arising in a political environment
- Practical strategies for influencing, communicating and working effectively with members, senior officers and stakeholders
- Confident and professional teams operating within the democratic structure
- Sources of information, governance documents, and local protocols to strengthen understanding and decision-making
Price:
- £106pp plus VAT for member organisations
- £122 pp plus VAT for non-member organisations
HOW TO BOOK: Please use the BOOKING FORM to enrol
Course ref: LG/26/314
Closing date: 21 September 2026
