I was so pleased to read such a thoughtful narrative on the pitfulls of joining CILIP. The reasons that ED put in his blog for leaving CILIP reflect precisely the reasons for me not joining!

Although the Head of our Library service thinks it would benefit my career to charter, there is no financial incentive for me to do so. My job does not require it, and many of the jobs that are available simply require experience and/or a postgraduate qualification in the area.

As I am now a growing number in a generation that have to pay £100+ to the student loan company each month, as well as a further £20 for Union membership, is it any wonder that there is no motivation to join?

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