Congratulations to James Hardy, Clerk to Penzance Town Council in Cornwall, on winning the Clerk of the Year award at the National Association of Local Council’s (NALC) Star Council Awards, on 25 February at the House of Lords. A dedicated leader, James has strengthened Penzance Town Council by enhancing services, securing key assets, and driving community-focused regeneration. His strategic approach, partnership-building, and commitment to accessibility have rebuilt trust in local public services and in local democracy, ensuring lasting benefits for residents. Well done and congratulations to James and to all his fellow nominees who constituted a crowded field of talented and high quality professionals.
NALC Star Council Awards
5 March 2025