A London university has launched the first-ever university qualification in local governance for elected members. South Bank University has joined forces with South East Employers (SEE) and London Councils to launch the Certificate in Local Governance for Councillors. The course will cover community leadership, representation and change; governance, policy and regulation; and service improvement. Head of improvement at SEE, Mark Palmer, said the qualification was a ‘major step in our provision of tailored support and advise for councillors'.
