“…while rural communities remain resilient & resourceful, gaps in infrastructure, funding & access continue to create real disadvantages. These issues….need to be considered in future service & policy planning if equal opportunity for rural residents is to be achieved.” 👇

“true devolution must fully recognise and empower England’s 10,000 parish and town councils as the grassroots tier of local government and extend their coverage across all of England.” 👇

“Parish and town councils play a vital role in supporting environmental action and are perfectly positioned to drive their communities to participate in the Great British Beach Clean.” 👇

Amazing performance of Bohemian Rhapsody to open #LastNightOfTheProms 👏😍

Strongly encouraging my county association & parish/town council colleagues to complete this Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Gov survey by 7 October!

Although sad to be missing Plumstead Runners takeover at Bexley parkrun this morning, looking forward to visiting Liverpool again as part of @nalc team at #Lab25 to champion parish & town councils.

📢We’re all set up at #Lab25! Come chat with us at J17 over the next few days about the incredible work of England’s town and parish councils. Don’t forget to enter our prize draw to win a Taste of Merseyside hamper – visit our stand and get involved!

🏃‍♀️ Customary early morning 5K (bumping into the Fab Four!) done ahead the first day of #Lab25. 🗣️All set up on NALC stand J17 & looking forward to day ahead talking all things parish & town councils & the vital role they play in building stronger, thriving communities.

Gustave Caillebotte, Sunflowers on the Banks of the Seine

👩‍💻 We have partnered with the Home Office and the SLCC to host a free event on the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, taking place on 21 October 2025. Find out how to join 👇 nalc.gov.uk/resource/nalc-…

🎂 Happy 77th Birthday to His Majesty King Charles III! NALC sends best wishes for a wonderful year ahead.