University graduates are to be made to take basic maths and English exams (again) before being allowed on teaching courses.
Shouldn’t we expect the same of councillors and should we also have obligatory courses on public finance, audit and governance before they are let loose on lots of our money and lots of their power?
And should officers have to have obligatory refresher courses rather than voluntary or no extra training because things change so quickly?
East Devon Watch 
Haha. I remember one councillor being required to have training on how to chair meetings because his aggressive manner led to complaints. He managed to avoid this inconvenience and instead was promoted to be leader of his local group! I can also think of an officer who once qualified as a solicitor and is frequently called upon to give legal advice. With his myriad of roles and two separate employers I cannot imagine when he finds time to keep himself up to date when giving that advice…
LikeLike