Update from the Vice Chair

Whatever time of the day you open this I hope you are having a good one. As you will be aware John, our chair, is off on holiday to warmer climes for a well deserved break, which leaves you with me for a couple of weeks.


IIMC in the UK

Following on from the article in last week’s bulletin, discussions have been held with our SLCC, SOLAR and IIMC colleagues about possible venues. We are now looking at Stratford upon Avon, possibly in early June 2019 to coincide with the SLCC conference. Again, I will keep you informed as things develop.  


LGIU Briefing on Electoral Reform

On 24 January, the LGIU published a review of the Government’s 5 year strategy established to consider some of the practical concerns associated with Individual Electoral Registration and online voter registration. The report assesses how well these matters have been addressed as well as the problem of under registration among particular social groups. It is worth a read.

https://www.lgiu.org.uk/briefing/electoral-reform-a-critical-look-at-the-governments-5-year-plan/


Introduction to Electoral Services Training

Whilst we are on the Elections theme, it seems appropriate to remind you of two sessions that we are running in February with the AEA.

 

21st February – Midlands (Tamworth Council)

26th February – London (LB Westminster)

News from the Regions


North West

There have been some changes in the North West region. I am sad to report that Peter Forrester has stood down as regional representative due to work commitments. I am sure you will join me in thanking for Peter for his work in the region. I am pleased to announce that Chris Gaffey and Alex Murray, from Trafford Council will now be sharing the role of NW regional representatives. Welcome and thanks for stepping forward.

West Midlands
The West Midlands regional group met on Friday 26 January. The meeting discussed Digital and social media and core skills for DSOs in the future. Sue Keogh. Our Sue Keogh, Director of Development delivered a development session on Speaking with Confidence. Social media has popped up on our forum this week so please contact Philippa Salmon who leads the West Midlands region network, for further information.

 

Dave Burn, Vice Chair

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