ADSO
Association of Democratic Services Officers (Click here to go to the ADSO website) A team of representatives from local authorities has been working with South East Employers (SEE) to establish a professional body which can represent the interests of all those working in a Democracy role. With a potential market of up to 10,000 members, we think the establishment of a professional association could bring many benefits to all those working in the Democratic field. back to Opportunities home click here
ADSO 2011 Conference Pictures
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How CMIS is helping Warwickshire County Council save £10,000 per month
The business process used to make policy decisions at Warwickshire County Council has been greatly improved thanks to CMIS Democratic Services software and a close working relationship between the council and the software provider, Astech Consultants Ltd. As part of its on-going pursuit of good governance, in 2010 Warwickshire County Council undertook a review to find out if the council was making the best possible use of ICT. The project was led by the council’s Democratic Services Team in a programme of radical improvements to the decision making process aimed at achieving greater speed, consistency, accessibility and efficiency.... More »
ADSO Conference 2011
Association of Democratic Services Officers: ADSO is pleased to announce that bookings are now being taken for the 2011 Conference. The theme of this year's one day event is Collaboration, Communication and Communities - facing the future together. The blend of key note speakers and practitioner workshops will build on the success of last year's conference and be of benefit to all staff working in Democratic Services.... More »
Enhancing Local Democracy Conference
LEPS, localism and the future shape of local service delivery will come under the spotlight at South East Employers annual flagship event ‘Enhancing Local Democracy: Local Democracy Leading Local Enterprise’ on 1 July at Local Government House, Westminster.... More »
How to join the ADSO
ADSO IS CURRENTLY RUNNING A SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP OFFER - All new members joining in August, September or October can benefit from up to 3 months free membership, plus the full year from October 2010 - October 2011. Membership fees have been frozen for 2010 - 2011 and will remain at £45 plus VAT.... More »