Apply now for the next Co-operative Councillor Development Weekend! This year's development weekend will be held on 1st - 2nd November 2019 in central Manchester. This is an opportunity for Councillors to take part in small group training and develop personally what it means to be a Labour & Co-operative Councillor. There will be an opportunity to meet key figures within the co-operative movement, hear about best practice and have time to reflect on what you want to achieve personally. "I thought it was a valuable and worthwhile experience." "Thanks for a great weekend! I really enjoyed it and found it useful." "Really enjoyed the weekend and thought it was a useful opportunity to meet with other Councillors from around the country. I enjoyed hearing from others about the work they’d been doing in their patch to implement co-op ideas. Certainly learnt a lot more about the movement." "It was especially useful to get a perspective on Co-op Party leadership in local government. I’d suggest that this should always be on the agenda for future events." Apply Now Fill in the online form before 31st August 2019 to apply for your place. Key Information The development weekend will take place in a central Manchester hotel. The weekend will start with dinner on Friday 1st November 2019 at 7pm, and finish by 5pm on Saturday 2nd November 2019. You will be expected to attend the full session.Applicants will be selected to give a diverse mix of participants including experience, geography and role on the council.Applications are open to all Labour Councillors who are members of the Co-operative PartyPlaces are limited to 11 participants.All overnight accommodation, travel and meals (excluding drinks) will be provided. Applications must be in by 31st August 2019. Contents