Consultancy

Need expert advice and support?

LCC offer consultancy services for the local council sector. From audits to project management, strategic plans, job evaluations, staffing reviews, selection & recruitment and more, we can offer your council expertise and support through our team of highly qualified, knowledgeable associates. Contact us to find out how we can help you.

Our services

We offer a range of services and bespoke solutions to meet your needs. Some examples of the work we do are:

Feasibility Studies/Business Cases

'The LCC report & approach were extremely helpful in making sure local partners considered all the relevant issues and asked the right questions on the future of our public toilet provision. It has proved the catalyst for a renewed vision and encouraged us to work together to deliver a long-term solution.' Councillor Mike Bell, Weston super Mare Central Ward and North Somerset Council.

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Health, Safety & Asset Audit

‘The Report supplied by LCC contained all the information we needed. I admired the way LCC presented the findings & the professional way they conducted themselves including the time on the phone giving me advice.’ Councilor Gordon Hughes, Cyngor Tref Corwen Town Council.

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Internal Audits

'Our Associate is doing a fantastic job, it's better than we could ever have hoped for. She's sorted out the AGAR for us which is a massive relief.' Melanie Allsop, Lydiard Millicent Parish Council.

Mentoring

The role of town or parish clerk is a complex one and sometimes hard to navigate. All new clerks have access to 12 months mentoring via their SLCC membership but there are times when further support is needed or a clerk who has been in role for some time requires additional guidance. LCC offers a mentoring service to provide guidance and support to help enhance skills and knowledge and foster professional growth.

Job Evaluations

'On a personal level I thought our assessor was very professional indeed, yet also remained personable.’ John Fullbrook, Steyning Parish Council

Project Management

‘We were kept fully informed through the process. First Class service & delivery, will definitely use LCC again & highly recommend other councils to use this service.’ Philip Peacock PSLCC, Huntingdon Town Council

Strategic Plan Development

'The Strategic Plan developed by LCC in 2021 has proven to be an invaluable resource. It guides every decision our Council makes and offers a public vision for the development of our Town.' Ian Lyons BA (Hons) HSC RP, Town Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer, Emersons Green Town Council

Tender Process & Procurement

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Establishing New Local Councils

'LCC were able to plug in the expertise our project needed at a really reasonable rate and ensured its ultimate success. Without the knowledge and guidance of their associate and wider support team there would have been a real risk to delivery.' Marcus Prouse, Somerset West and Taunton Council

Staffing Reviews

'I found the staffing report really interesting and it offered some excellent suggestions. The entire process was straightforward, and Stephen provided reassurance at every step, making me feel empowered to contribute to this critical piece of work, knowing that my insights were valued. Upon review, the Staffing Committee stated that the report was good and acknowledged the simplicity of the process.' Donna Johnston FSLCC, Town Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer, Normanton Town Council

Governance Reviews

Governance Reviews are essential for promoting accountability, transparency, compliance, efficiency, and effectiveness within councils. LCC Associates possess expertise in conducting Governance Reviews and can provide councils with various levels of support structured around eight modules.

Neighbourhood Planning

Neighbourhood planning was introduced in the Localism Act, 2011. More than 3,000 plans have since been made or are underway. However, University of Reading research has shown a significant number of parish and town councils have hesitated to start work on neighbourhood plans because they see them as burdensome and time-consuming. Find out how LCC can help.

For more information on our services or to discuss the requirements you have, please contact us – we are more than happy to discuss your needs and see if we can help’

‘The LCC consultant was calm, kind and sensible. I found it hugely beneficial just talking to him. And the final report has empowered me to encourage the council to resolve the staffing problems’

Christine Downey, Bentham Town Council

“Stephen conducted our staffing audit with great efficiency and empathy, demonstrating a clear understanding of where we are now and what resource is required to ensure we can fulfil the Council’s ambitious plans”

Mel Mitchell, Deputy Town Clerk, Ashby de la Zouch Town Council

“Great service and fabulous training which was tailored to our needs”

Ceri Rance, Clerk at Binfield Parish Council

“The associate assigned was very professional, was thorough in gathering information needed to make recommendations. The Recommendations were accepted by members, implementation has just been completed”

Colette Fellowes, Grappenhall & Thelwall Parish Council