Managing Risk with Confidence: Practical Guidance for Parish and Town Councils
Thurs 12th Nov 2026 6-7.30pm
Free event on Zoom
Every decision a parish or town council makes carries an element of risk. Whether managing finances, maintaining assets, employing staff, organising community events, overseeing play areas, or managing trees and open spaces, effective risk management is essential to safeguarding your council, its reputation, and the communities it serves.
Failing to identify and manage risks can leave councils exposed to costly claims, financial loss, and governance challenges. A robust approach to risk management not only supports good decision-making but is also a key requirement of sound governance, internal audit processes, and often your council’s insurance arrangements.
This practical briefing will help councillors and officers develop confidence in managing risk effectively. We will:
- Explain the council’s responsibilities for risk management and why it matters.
- Explore the difference between strategic and operational risk assessments.
- Guide you through the process of carrying out a risk assessment from start to finish.
- Show how to identify hazards, evaluate risks, and determine appropriate control measures.
- Discuss how to maintain clear, proportionate, and up-to-date records.
- Examine real-life examples from common council activities, including play area inspections, community events, and tree management.
By the end of the session, you will have a clearer understanding of how to create practical, defensible risk assessments that support both good governance and effective service delivery.
This will be a 90 mins max session delivered on Zoom.
Our presenter(s) will be from Gallagher Insurance, one of the leading providers of insurance services to parish and town councils across England.
Whether you are new to council risk management or looking to refresh your knowledge, this briefing will provide valuable insights, practical guidance, and examples that you can apply immediately within your council.
Click here to book on Managing Risk with Confidence Thurs 12th November 2026 6 – 7.30pm