The Fundamentals of Local Government Law
Date: 13 May 2008
Venue Name: Copthorne Tara Hotel
Location: Copthorne Tara Hotel , W8 5SR View Map
Web Site: http://www.lgc-law.co.uk
Email: lgcconferences@emap.com
Telephone: 0845 056 8341
Fax: 020 7728 5299
Other 2008 marks seismic shifts in many areas of local government law – you need to keep ahead of the changes. Ensure both you and the key decision makers in your authority have a full understanding of the legal implications. You will get a full jargon-free introduction to the new liabilities, controversies and best practice. Meet some of the UK's leading legal experts and secure invaluable advice on pressing legal challenges. All too often public organisations leave themselves open to costly legal challenges and painful revisions to major initiatives because of a crucial lack of legal awareness. No successful decision maker can afford to jeopardise their performance through ignorance of essential legal developments. Equally, it is hard to get a comprehensive picture without excessive study or an expensive counsel. Local Government Chronicle is proud to present an event designed for decision makers and those new to the practice areas who need a comprehensive briefing. This is the only event you need to learn about everything from the basic concepts to specialist guidance on the legal issues facing local authorities. Ensure your authority can face the legal changes and challenges with the confidence a professional briefing provides. Issues to be discussed include:
Legal knowledge and skills are amongst the most valuable for local government professionals to possess. Straightforward errors and legal challenges have derailed far too many projects and initiatives. Ensure your work is rooted in a firm understanding of the current legal framework and reap the long-term performance benefits.
Local authorities and their partners. Any senior council officer, stakeholder or member with the decision making powers on corporate policy, finance, planning, service delivery, performance or environmental issues. Legal professionals new to the practice area of local government or those seeking a comprehensive update.
Best practice for making efficient use of a top legal team
Understanding the legal implications of greater partnership working
Clarify whether your authority meets the legal standard in data handling, environmental standards and corporate risk ownership
Working through the consequences of the Local Government & Public Involvement in Health Act
Understanding and applying the latest legal opinion on section 106 agreements
Learn how to:
Safeguard your authority's performance with a comprehensive understanding of local government's legal processes
Adapt to the major legal challenges facing your organisation
Successfully respond to the latest legal developments in planning, children's services, corporate manslaughter and many more
Who should attend this conference?
