An Intensive 5-day Training Course

Parliamentary Procedure for Legislators,
Officials and Public Authorities

A Guide to the Practices, Procedures, and
Public Policy-Making in Parliament

INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

This training course on Parliamentary Procedure is designed for elected Parliamentarians, Clerks, and other Parliamentary officials, as well as policymakers and regulators involved in legislative processes. The Parliamentary Procedure for Legislators, Officials and Public Authorities training course provides a comprehensive overview of Parliamentary practice and procedure, alongside in-depth discussions on key governance principles.

Special emphasis will be placed on core aspects of Parliamentary procedures that uphold the rule of law and the separation of powers within a democratic framework. Additionally, the course will explore best practices from Parliamentary systems that can be applied to enhance governance across public institutions, statutory bodies, and corporate organizations.

Key Highlights of This Parliamentary Procedure for Legislators, Officials and Public Authorities training course:

  • Understanding the fundamental role of Parliaments and their functions.
  • Exploring the objectives and significance of Parliamentary procedures.
  • Examining rules and principles governing Parliamentary practice.
  • Reviewing Standing Orders and Rules of Order for Plenary and Committee sessions.
  • Understanding motions, amendments, and voting methods in legislative processes.
  • Examining Parliamentary privilege and its role in governance.
  • Discussing codes of conduct and ethical standards in public service.

COURSE DETAILS

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OBJECTIVES

By the end of this Parliamentary Procedure for Legislators, Officials and Public Authorities training course, you will be able to:

  • Comprehend the fundamental workings of a Parliament or legislative assembly.
  • Explain the core objectives of Parliamentary procedures and their significance.
  • Develop and implement best practices for Parliamentary procedure and legislative processes.
  • Familiarize yourself with key legislative terms used in Parliamentary settings.
  • Navigate Standing Orders and Rules of Order for both Plenary and Committee meetings.
  • Effectively manage legislative business, including motions and amendments.
  • Assess and apply various voting methods in Parliamentary decision-making.
  • Understand the scope and limitations of Parliamentary privilege.
  • Interpret and contribute to the development of codes of conduct and ethical standards in public service.
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TRAINING METHODOLOGY

A highly interactive course, where delegates will be encouraged to engage and participate, sharing experiences and establishing best practice from comparative analysis of different jurisdictional practice.

This KC Academy training course in Parliamentary Procedure for Legislators, Officials and Public Authorities will use a range of approaches to learning, including experiential group activities, individual exercises, case studies and syndicate discussions.

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ORGANISATIONAL IMPACT

This Parliamentary Procedure for Legislators, Officials and Public Authorities training course is designed to benefit a wide range of institutions by:

  • Providing direct relevance to Parliaments and legislative assemblies.
  • Offering practical applications for government bodies, public sector organizations, and regulatory authorities.
  • Equipping statutory corporations and public commercial entities with governance and advocacy best practices.
  • Enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of plenary sessions in Parliamentary and legislative settings.
  • Optimizing the structure and productivity of Committee meetings.
  • Exploring the purpose and procedural framework of Committee inquiries.
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PERSONAL IMPACT

By attending this Parliamentary Procedure for Legislators, Officials and Public Authorities training course, participants will:

  • Gain a deeper understanding of best practices for conducting Parliamentary meetings.
  • Learn effective strategies for managing and overseeing Committee inquiries.
  • Develop techniques for operating and controlling Parliamentary proceedings efficiently.
  • Acquire skills to manage and facilitate Committee inquiries with confidence.
  • Understand plenary procedures, including governance structures and participation strategies.
  • Gain insights into Committee procedures, ensuring effective governance and engagement.
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WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This KC Academy training course is designed to be of direct benefit for elected Parliamentarians, Clerks and other Parliamentary officials, as well as a wide range of public policy-makers and regulators. Through inter-active teaching methodology it aims to provide an effective introduction for inexperienced Members or officials, while adding value (particularly from a comparative international perspective) for those of considerable experience.

The governance components of the training course will be of particular interest to—

  • Parliament and Assembly Members and Representatives
  • Parliament and Assembly Clerks, Secretaries and other staff
  • Public Authority and Corporate Governance Officers
  • Committee Chairs and Clerks

DAILY AGENDA

Day 1: PARLIAMENTARY FUNDAMENTALS
  • Constitutional balance of power
  • The role and nature of Parliament
  • Formation of Parliaments
  • Structure of Parliaments
  • Roles and Responsibilities of a Parliament
  • Governance principles in public and private institutions
  • Standing Orders and other Rules of Order
Day 2: PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE PRIMER
  • Nature of Parliamentary Procedure
  • Purpose of Parliamentary Procedure
  • Basic Rules and Principles of Parliamentary Procedure
  • Plenary and Committee procedure
  • Standard Terms
Day 3: MEETINGS
  • Types of Meetings
  • Order of Business: The Agenda
  • Quorum of Members
  • Motions
  • Process for Handling a Motion
  • Voting / Voting Methods
  • Minutes
Day 4: MOTIONS
  • General Classification of Motions
  • Main Motions
  • Subsidiary Motions
  • Privileged Motions
  • Incidental Motions
  • Order of Motions
  • Amendment of Motions
Day 5: STRUCTURE AND LEADERSHIP
  • Officers
  • Qualifications of Officers
  • Duties of Officers
  • Nominations and Elections
  • Committees
  • Conduct Rules and Standards in Public Life
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Certificate

On successful completion of this training course, KC ACademy Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.

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