More new Sheffield councillors turn up for induction training

Sheffield Council said it had “much better” attendance than normal for its induction programme for new councillors.
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The sessions ran over two days in May and were held remotely.

Of the 14 newly elected members, 13 attended all or part of the sessions.

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Councillors said they would have preferred the programme to be face-to-face so they could get to know other councillors better but officers noted that participation had increased since it went online.

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Feedback on the induction was shared in a report for the audit and standards committee.

Overall, responses were positive but only four councillors completed the survey.

There were some complaints about the first day – covering five topics including a welcome, handling complaints and enquiries, revenues and benefits and how decision making works – suggesting it was “too heavy” and “there was a lot to absorb”.

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Members said they found the second day more useful, covering Amey and Streets Ahead, housing services, public health and emergencies, waste and recycling and support.

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