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South West Councils Chair Cllr Bill Revans welcomes progress towards devolution for Wessex, Devon, Plymouth and Torbay, and Cornwall.
A stronger regional voice and greater local powers - but Gloucestershire also needs a clear way forward.
Read more: bit.ly/3UUz8qC
🏛️ Help your officers build confidence in navigating the political environment.
Our **Working in a Political Environment** course is ideal for new and developing officers, or anyone needing a refresher.
📅 21 October | 💻 Online
👉 swcouncils.gov.uk/events/wor…
Strong induction and probation processes make a real difference to new starter success and retention.
Join this practical South West Councils course for HR and managers: swcouncils.gov.uk/events/sup…
It’s learning at work week and so what better time to look at some our event feedback?
These are just a few examples of some of the lovely comments we have received in our event feedback recently.
#LearningAtWorkWeek: Learn for Work 💼
From mentoring to masterclasses, learning comes in all shapes and sizes—there’s something for everyone.
📅 Explore upcoming opportunities: [swcouncils.gov.uk/events-sch…](swcouncils.gov.uk/events-sch…)
#LearningAtWorkWeek: Learn for Life 🌱
Lifelong learning boosts confidence, wellbeing, and connection.
Try this:
✅ Build small daily habits
✅ Get creative
✅ Read for pleasure
Learning isn’t just for work—it’s for life.
#LearningAtWorkWeek spotlight: Learn to learn 🧠
💡 Think growth, not “I can’t”
💡 Learn little & often
💡 Use feedback as fuel
Learning isn’t a one-off—it’s a habit. What’s your top tip? 👇
#LearningAtWorkWeek returns 18–24 May 2026 with the theme “Many Ways to Learn” 📚
A celebration of building learning cultures, sparking curiosity, and championing continuous development.
From creative campaigns to everyday growth—there’s more than one way to learn.
Workplace conflict: inevitable. Handled well, it builds stronger teams. Ignored… not so much.
Our upcoming course covers:
• Spotting early signs
• Confident conversations
• Practical resolution
Worth a look 👇
swcouncils.gov.uk/events/man…
Supporting wellbeing at work has never been more important - book our Level 2 Award in Supporting Wellbeing & Mental Health of Self and Others.
📅 11 & 26 May | 💻 Online
🎓 Recognised qualification
Limited spaces available – book now:
swcouncils.gov.uk/events/l2-…
#Wellbeing #CPD
🏆 And the SW Challenge 2026 Winners are............Mid Devon District Council Team 2! Exceptional collaboration, strategy, and creativity – a well-deserved victory. @MiddevonDC
Trophy presented by Cllr David Fothergill. #South West Councils.
#SWChallenge #Winners #Leadership
South West Challenge - Well over halfway!
⚡Ideas are flying, decisions are tough, and the energy is high. SW Challenge 2026 is showing off some serious talent today!
#SWChallenge2026 #ProblemSolving #Collaboration #southwestcouncil
South West Challenge 2026 – Snapshot / behind-the-scenes
📸 Teams deep in action – strategy, collaboration, and big ideas taking shape! Who’s feeling the pressure?
#SWChallenge #ProblemSolving #Collaboration #southwestcouncils
SW Councils team up bright and early to prepare for #VoiceOfSW meeting today
Looking forward to special meeting of Local Authorities to discuss how we raise the voice of the South West - the best region! Discussions to be led by our Chair @BillRevans
Congratulations to our new Chair @BillRevans our Deputy Chair @DJAFothergill and our three Vice Chairs: Chloe Turner, Ken James and @Bridgwater_Lab
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Forced marriage isn’t just a crime, it’s a violation of human rights.
Whether it happens in the UK or is arranged abroad, it’s a form of abuse, leading up to 7 years in prison.
If you or someone you know is at risk, the Forced Marriage Unit can help:
📞 +44 (0)20 7008 0151
Time is running out to register the Local Government Apprentice of the Year.
Submissions close at 5pm on 29 April.
Be part of a winning team this year
Sign up now: orlo.uk/EezEJ
#LGApprentice25 #SkillsForLife
@eelga @SWCouncils
ALT A group of young people.
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The Somerset Corporate Parenting Board has unveiled its new strategy, co-written with children in care and care leavers. This strategy outlines our guidelines and aims to ensure that children and young people in care are nurtured to grow and thrive.
👉 orlo.uk/0Q0Gq
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Delighted to be joined by Baroness Taylor of Stevenage, @SharonStevenage, on our South West Council’s Meeting today. Great to get an update on devolution!
