National Association of Civic Officers

The National Association of Civic Officers (NACO)
Promoting excellence in local authority civic offices throughout the UK since 1999

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Posted 29 days ago

Scotland Training Brochure and Agenda

Secure your place today on the NACO Training Event - Scotland !

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Posted 32 days ago

National Association of Local Councils - Star Council Awards

National Association of Local Councils Star Council Awards NACO is pleased to announce that it will be supporting the National Association of Local Councils (NALC) Star Council awards this year to celebrate the hard work and dedication of the parish and town council sector.

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Posted 32 days ago

Guild of Mace Bearers Gala Event 2025

We wish to extend our congratulations to the Guild and to Paul Mayhew following his investiture for a second term as the Guild of Mace Bearer's, Prime Warden.

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Upcoming Dates

3rd September 2025 - Wednesday

Merchant Navy Day

9th September 2025 - Tuesday

Emergency Services Day

10th September 2025 - Wednesday

World Suicide Prevention Day

15th September 2025 - Monday

Battle of Britain Day

21st September 2025 - Sunday

World Alzheimer’s Day

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Notices

Public Display of Chains of Office

If you have experience of displaying chains of office to members of the public, please see our forums, your assistance would be greatly appreciated

Bedford Borough Council Recruiting

Civic & Ceremonial Officer - Check out our Vacancy Page

Annual Training Seminar 2026 Announced

NACO Annual Training Event 2026 - Hosted by Sheffield City Council

Civic Coaching Programme

A coaching programme for new first citizens and Civic Staff

Congratulations - Paul Mayhew

Paul Mayhew becomes Prime Warden - Guild of Mace-Bearers for second term