Season 14 has landed at the Scribe Academy and we're bringing you another exciting lineup of expert speakers, practical sessions, and valuable insights to help your council stay compliant, build confidence, and plan ahead!

Why Attend Scribe Academy Sessions?

Scribe Academy is a free resource that provides parish and town council clerks, staff, and councillors with:

• Expert knowledge from industry specialists
• Practical tips you can implement immediately
• Networking opportunities with peers
• Professional development at no cost
• Access to recordings if you can't attend live

Season 14 Schedule

January 2026

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Is your Council Assertion 10 compliant & ready? It’s not too late.

Gain clarity on Assertion 10’s digital implications and learn practical steps to ensure your council meets its compliance obligations by AGAR 2025/26.

🗓️ Thursday 15th January • 11AM - 12PM

🎙️ Mark Tomkins, Founding Director, Aubergine

👉 REGISTER HERE

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Help! My Dog Ate My Asset Register

Learn why asset management often becomes stressful and risky for parish and town councils, and how to clearly understand your risks and improve records and inspections with confidence - whether using spreadsheets or digital tools.

🗓️ Wednesday 21st January • 10AM - 11AM

🎙️ John Fagan, CEO, Civic.ly

👉 REGISTER HERE

February 2026

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Mastering Year End: Less Stress, More Success!

Discover Year End preparation best practices, step-by-step guidance on completing the AGAR, and practical tips to help you meet requirements and plan confidently for the new financial year.

🗓️ Wednesday 11th February • 10AM - 11AM

🎙️ Hannah Driver, Head Accountant, Scribe

👉 REGISTER HERE

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Career Pathways in Local Councils: From Apprenticeships to CiLCA and Beyond

Explore the value of apprenticeships within local government, from the benefits of hiring an apprentice and how to recruit, to why apprenticeships are such an effective model for councils.

🗓️ Thursday 12th February • 10AM - 11AM

🎙️ Nigel Hayes, Responsible Financial Officer & Keira Lake, Finance Apprentice at Dorchester Town Council

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March 2026

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Mastering Year End: Less Stress, More Success!

Discover Year End preparation best practices, step-by-step guidance on completing the AGAR, and practical tips to help you meet requirements and plan confidently for the new financial year.

🗓️ Wednesday 18th March • 10AM - 11AM

🎙️ Hannah Driver, Head Accountant, Scribe

👉 REGISTER HERE

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Preparing for a Successful Internal Audit

Discover internal audit best practice ahead of Year End, gain a clear understanding of key financial and governance requirements, and learn how to avoid common pitfalls.

🗓️ Thursday 26th February • 11AM - 12PM

🎙️ Eleanor Greene, Chief Accountant, Do the Numbers Ltd

👉 REGISTER HERE

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How to Join

All Scribe Academy sessions are free to attend and held online via Zoom. To participate:

1. Click the registration link for your chosen session
2. Complete the simple registration form
3. You'll receive a confirmation email with the zoom meeting link
4. Join us on the day!

About Scribe

Scribe is a leading provider of cloud-based software solutions for parish and town councils across England and Wales. Our suite of products includes Scribe Accounts, Scribe Cemetery, Scribe Bookings, Scribe Allotments, and Civic.ly. With 1,500 customers and growing at 30% year on year, we're committed to supporting local councils with tools that make administration simpler and more efficient.

Don't miss out on these valuable learning opportunities! Register today and invest in your council's development.

For more information about Scribe Academy or our products, please contact our team at hello@scribeaccounts.com.

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