communications and social media
Newham Council is preparing to train councillors on communications and social media as part of its 2026/27 development programme.
Newham Council is preparing to enhance councillor training by including communications and social media as a key topic in its Member Induction and Development Programme for 2026/27. The Newham Standards Committee discussed this comprehensive programme in March 2026, which aims to equip new councillors with essential skills and support returning members in mentoring their colleagues.
The programme, which also covers topics such as safeguarding, data protection, and council finances, is designed to strengthen governance and improve consistency of practice. It was developed following an LGA Corporate Peer Challenge and a Non-Statutory Best Value Notice, with an objective to achieve LGA Member Development Charter status.
Key facts
- The Newham Standards Committee discussed the 2026/27 Member Induction and Development Programme on March 11, 2026. Source
- The programme includes 'communications and social media' as a training topic for councillors. Source
- Newham Council's programme aims to strengthen governance and improve consistency of practice. Source
- The programme was developed after an LGA Corporate Peer Challenge and a Non-Statutory Best Value Notice. Source
- A key objective of the programme is to achieve LGA Member Development Charter status. Source
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