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Our clerk is going through a terrible time and needs compassionate leave, which we support and encourage. Is there a process to find an interim clerk?  Not sure of the rules and regulations regarding appointment of such a person, pay for the existing clerk, etc. It may be over a number of weeks (terminal illness of the clerk’s spouse) Thanks in advance.
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Your local office of NALC (county office-your county ALC) may have such a service set up and some also supply internal auditors etc.

Give them a call but beware that it will cost you a lot more than your clerk does.
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Thank you for this.
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The SLCC can also assist with locum clerks if your clerk is a member...
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Check your insurance policy as you may be covered
Thanks for responding
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You could try one or two of the other local parish council clerks, they may be able to extra hours to help out in the short term
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Yes. Given costs this may be the way to go. Thank you
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I believe (someone will correct me if I'm wrong) that if any of your councillors have the necessary skills, ie bookkeeping & administrative, they can temporarily do the job themselves. Without pay and with the Council's approval.
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You are right Jann but it is not ideal.  It can be difficult to undertake the practical clerking duties during a meeting whilst also contributing as a Councillor.  But it is fine for a short period but what happens when you come to month end or year end....?
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SLCC also provide a locus clerk or support during times of need
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