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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

LGR Webinar: ⏯️ Lessons in Governance, Culture & Service Design with Anita Searby from Cornwall Council. Hear frontline insights from senior democracy officer about the practical challenges of redesigning governance arrangements. 📅 2 Nov 2026 🕤 11am-12 noon 💻 via Teams 👉 ow.ly/WmvQ50ZVp0B

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

We’re pleased to be working alongside the Ethics and Integrity Commission. 🗨️ Our latest blog post from Rebecca Elliot highlights some of ADSO’s work around standards and trust in public life, including our response to the EIC's call for evidence on codes of conduct. 👉 ow.ly/I4tK50ZVgJw

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

ADSO LGR Webinar ⏯️ Hear insights on governance during reorganisation from Linda Jones, Director of Law and Governance at Westmorland and Furness Council. You can also ask your questions in our Q&A session. 📅 Mon 19 Oct 26 🕤 12-1pm 💻 via Teams Book your free place 👉 ow.ly/neP950ZSFzN

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Is your council, community or network doing something to celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth? Sam Bailey & Wayne Chandai from our ADSO London branch have written a blog post highlighting why the month is important. They are also sharing a historic personal story with you. 👉 ow.ly/LX5250ZT19W

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Our membership year starts on 1 Nov – we hope you’re staying with our growing community. 💜 If you have more than one member, we're sending your renewal to the key contact - please check in with them so you don't miss out. We’re looking forward to working with you in the year ahead. Thank you 🙏

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

🙏 Thank you again to our wonderful #ADSOConf26 sponsors for helping to make this year’s conference such a great success. If you didn’t get a chance to visit them all at our event, you can find out more about how they can support you on our website: 👉 ow.ly/S78l50ZSmnB

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Our new series of free LGR Webinars brings together a range of perspectives. We're pleased to introduce the series with a webinar from Linda Jones of Westmorland and Furness Council. ⏯️ Ensuring Governance & Legal Integrity through LGR 📅 Mon 19 Oct 2026 ⏰ 12 noon to 1pm 👉 ow.ly/2FsV50ZQwg5

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Thank you to everyone who hosted a session at the ADSO Conference 2026. 🙌 This year’s ADSO Conference was packed with useful and engaging sessions for people who work in local democracy roles. We’re so grateful to all our workshop hosts, trainers, panellists and speakers for taking part. #ADSOConf26

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

🎙️ What if we all treat each other as fellow citizens, harnessing our collective energy and ideas to make our places the best they can be? In Democracy Conversations episode 6, we explore a citizen powered local democracy with Jon Alexander. Watch, listen or read ▶️ www.adso.co.uk/democracy-co...

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Congratulations to our ADSO Awards 2026 winners.🎉 There’s so much incredible work going on across our community. We’re very proud of what our ADSO members achieve every day, and we’re thrilled to be able to highlight some wonderful examples through our ADSO Awards 2026. 👉 ow.ly/wmQk50ZOCOk

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Our Chief Executive Charlotte Eisenhart is reflecting on a positive #ADSOConf26. Thank you to everyone who made the ADSO Conference and Awards 2026 such an enjoyable and impactful two days for our community. 🙌 Read Charlotte's blog post on Trust, Connection & Confidence 👉 ow.ly/fJ9650ZOhLl

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Great people make great events. #ADSOConf26 Look out for some great photo galleries, resources and reflections coming your way, from a fantastic ADSO Conference and Awards 2026. This really is a team effort. A huge thank you to the whole ADSO family for making this such a great conference. 💜

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

⭐️ Congratulations to Nick Hughes from Thanet District Council - winner of our ADSO John Lynch Distinguished Service Award 2026. Nick has an unwavering commitment to innovation and to Democratic Services. He’s highly regarded as an inspirational leader who’s absolutely committed to local democracy.

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

⭐️ Congratulations to the West Northamptonshire Council Democratic Services Team who are the winners of our ADSO Team of the Year Award 2026. The team have demonstrated outstanding professionalism, resilience and innovation during a period of unprecedented change and challenge.

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

⭐️ Congratulations to the Democratic Services Team at Lancashire County Council - winners of our ADSO Democracy Project of the Year Award 2026. The Great Lancashire Debate is an impactful democratic engagement initiative, showing how local gov teams can successfully engage the next generation.

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

⭐️ Congratulations to Brody Olson from @westsuffolkcouncil.bsky.social who is the winner of our ADSO Rising Star Award 2026. Brody impressed the judges with his winning attitude, which embraces change for the opportunities that it brings. He also pays these opportunities forward by mentoring others.

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

⭐️ Congratulations to Caroline Roser from @hantsconnect.bsky.social who is the winner of our ADSO Learner of the Year Award 2026. Caroline brings learning to life, raising governance standards at her council. She is knowledgeable, confident, innovative & willing to challenge the status quo.

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

⭐ Good luck to all our wonderful shortlisted nominees for the ADSO Awards 2026. We're announcing our winners this evening. 👀 Hear from all our shortlisted nominees 👉 ow.ly/9LLf50ZKAAO #ADSOAwards #ADSOConf26

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

👋 Meet our ADSO Conference 2026 speakers, workshop hosts, panellists and trainers. Thank you to everyone who is taking part in #ADSOConf26. Here’s who you can work with & hear from at our event. 👉https://ow.ly/Thge50ZLSKH

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Thank you to all our ADSO Conference and Awards 2026 sponsors.🙏 You can visit their sponsor stands during our conference, or find out more about how they can support you on our website 👉 ow.ly/yMmu50ZLRIi ----- #ADSOConf26 #LocalGovernment #LocalDemocracy #DemocraticServices #Governance

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Hello to everyone who is joining us for the ADSO Conference and Awards 2026. 👋 We’re here ready to welcome you, at the University of Warwick and online via our Livestream. Here’s all our conference info: 👉https://ow.ly/TlIF50ZLQQB #ADSOConf26

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ADSO Conference and Awards 2026

Join us for the ADSO Conference and Awards 2026 on Thursday 10 and Friday 11 September 2026 at the University of Warwick.

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

It’s nearly time for the ADSO Conference and Awards 2026. 🎉 We're looking forward to welcoming you for two days of learning, networking & celebrating the people who keep local democracy happening everyday. If you can’t make it, check out our Livestream.⚡ #ADSOConf26 👉 ow.ly/FqvA50ZKF2s

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Looking for a new role? Jobs in local democracy available now: ✅ Richmond & Wandsworth ✅ North Northamptonshire ✅ Stratford-on-Avon ✅ Regional roles & more… See all our current vacancies: ow.ly/g8UU50ZJUVe

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

🏅Thank you to Link Support Services for sponsoring #ADSOConf26. Link provide lively, interactive, practical and bespoke skills development support for councillors and officers. 👉 ow.ly/Atkb50ZEzUS

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

🏅 Thank you to CloudyIT for sponsoring #ADSOConf26. CloudyIT provide a suite of Microsoft 365 / cloud-focused solutions, purpose-built for the sector. They also specialise in digital skills training tailored for councils of every size. 👉 ow.ly/pqbo50ZEzQT

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

🏅Thank you to Civico for sponsoring #ADSOConf26 – and for sponsoring our livestream. Civico are a hybrid committee meeting & audiovisual systems integrator for Local Gov. They provide a single solution for managing committee meetings, integrating with Modern Gov & Teams. 👉 ow.ly/Sx7950ZEy6Z

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

We’ve written to the Secretary of State & MHCLG Ministers on behalf of our ADSO community.✍️ We're emphasising what our members can bring to the new Government agenda - and highlighting the vital unfinished work on standards & remote meetings. Rebecca Elliot shares more 👉 ow.ly/oj5B50ZIJOT

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

🏅 Thank you to Bevan Brittan for sponsoring #ADSOConf26. They bring decades of experience of advising local government - giving clear, concise and contextualised strategic advice which allows you to make the right decisions and implement the right solutions. 👉 ow.ly/SQmJ50ZEsSQ

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

🏅 Thank you to Auditel Systems for sponsoring #ADSOConf26. Auditel have over 40 years’ experience in providing AV solutions for UK councils. They are dedicated to delivering innovative technology tailored for Democratic Services. 👉 ow.ly/hcyl50ZEqVp

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Ydych yn angerddol am ddemocratiaeth leol a llywodaethu da? Byddwch yn ran o gymuned Gymraeg go iawn sy’n eich helpu i ffynnu a dathlu eich llwyddiant. ✅ Cynnig Cynnar ✅ blwyddyn gyntaf am ddim i ddechreuwyr gyrfa ✅ sesiwn blasu am ddim Ymunwch ag ADSO 👉 ow.ly/v89850ZG5F4

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Looking for a new role? Jobs in local democracy available now: ✅ Bolton ✅ London ✅ Stratford-on-Avon ✅ Regional roles & more… See all our current vacancies: ow.ly/RFAe50ZGrJI

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

🥉 Thank you to VP-AV for sponsoring #ADSOConf26. VP-AV deliver a comprehensive service to enable your council to communicate effectively and manage your meetings. Their audio-visual technology will allow you to engage, communicate and collaborate. 👉 ow.ly/1xyh50ZEqRy

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

🥉 Thank you to MVI AudioVisual for sponsoring the ADSO Conference 2026. MVI have developed highly customisable and adoptable software that combines workflow aspects like agenda management, electronic voting, speech time and more. 👉 ow.ly/flwQ50ZEqMJ

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

🥉Thank you to FCS Software for sponsoring #ADSOConf26 – and for kindly sponsoring the Drinks Reception at our ADSO Awards Dinner. FCS specialise in developing web-based software for local authorities, including AppealsPro, ComplaintsPro & CommitteesPro. 👉 ow.ly/wMrP50ZEqHc

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Do you know someone who should join ADSO? We’re delighted to be welcoming so many new ADSO members this month. We'd love to also welcome your team members or new starters to our ADSO community. Find out about the many benefits of ADSO membership on our website… Join ADSO 👉 www.adso.co.uk/join

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

🥈 Thank you to Modern Democracy for sponsoring #ADSOConf26 Modern Democracy is dedicated to transforming Election Day delivery. A leading provider of digital polling station solutions - streamlining operations, enhancing transparency and improving experience. 👉 www.moderndemocracy.com

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

🥈Thank you to Qualigraf for sponsoring #ADSOConf26 Qualigraf provide web-based software for seamless end-to-end decision-making, which is user-friendly for IT teams and users alike, including a paperless app and streamlined processes for agenda and minute production. 👉 ow.ly/v0FN50ZyYSo

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

🥈 Thank you to Civica (Modern Gov) for sponsoring #ADSOConf26 They understand the essential role our members play in ensuring good governance, and they support this important work through governance & meeting management solutions. 👉 ow.ly/qQ5Y50ZyYwB

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

🥈 Thank you to Arbor for sponsoring the ADSO Conference 2026 – and kindly sponsoring the wine 🍷 for the ADSO Awards. Their mission is to enable meaningful interaction by supporting the public sector with reliable, professional solutions for live streaming & recording. 👉 ow.ly/2g0b50ZyYeG

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

ADSO Awards 2026 ⭐️ Congratulations to Nicholas Hughes from Thanet District Council who has been shortlisted for our ADSO John Lynch Distinguished Service Award. Hear from Nick and all our shortlisted nominees… 👉 ow.ly/lo9j50ZAvsQ

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

🥇 Thank you to Public_i for sponsoring #ADSOConf26 Public-i are the leading providers of live-streaming and audio-visual services to the public sector. Their webcasting solution ‘Connect’ enables accessible and transparent decision making. 👉 ow.ly/F1KE50Zypbp

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

ADSO Awards 2026 ⭐️ Congratulations to Ayshe Simsek from Haringey Council who has been shortlisted for our ADSO John Lynch Distinguished Service Award. Hear from Ayshe and all our shortlisted nominees… 👉 ow.ly/6XMC50ZAvv9

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

🥇 Thank you to Penna for sponsoring #ADSOConf26 They are the market leading recruitment and talent consultancy, with a strong reputation in the public sector, particularly in local government. Check in with them at our conference for more info. 👉 ow.ly/tFe050ZynNv

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

ADSO Awards 2026 ⭐️ Congratulations to Andrea Bond from Derbyshire County Council who has been shortlisted for our ADSO John Lynch Distinguished Service Award. Hear from Andrea and all our shortlisted nominees... 👉 ow.ly/oys050ZzNtr

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Is your team part of our thriving network of democratic services and governance professionals? We're here to help you and your team to thrive. 🙌 Now is a great time to join ADSO: ✅ Team discount ✅ Early Bird Offer, Aug-Oct ✅ Free first year for career starters Join ADSO 👉 www.adso.co.uk/join

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Looking for a new role? Jobs in local democracy available now: ✅ Nottingham ✅ Islington ✅ Brighton & Hove ✅ Blackpool & more… See all our current vacancies: ow.ly/qpSG50ZAsgF

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

ADSO Awards 2026 ⭐️ Congratulations to the Democratic Services teams from South and East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership who have been shortlisted for our ADSO Team of the Year Award. Hear from the team and all our shortlisted nominees... 👉 ow.ly/YOC950Zy2o5

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

📗 Bookings are open for our next training courses, for people working in local democracy roles. Our workshops include presentations, case studies & small group working where you can learn with other participants. Scrutiny, Meetings, Political Environment & more. Book now 👉 ow.ly/hEwC50ZyqO1

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

ADSO Awards 2026 ⭐️ Congratulations to the Democratic Services Team from West Northamptonshire Council who have been shortlisted for our ADSO Team of the Year Award. Hear from the team and all our shortlisted nominees... 👉 ow.ly/i4GH50Zy1KP

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ADSO @adso-uk.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

ADSO Awards 2026 ⭐️ Congratulations to the Democratic Services team from Thanet District Council who have been shortlisted for our ADSO Team of the Year Award. Hear from the team and all our shortlisted nominees… 👉 ow.ly/K1g450Zy1c9

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