The opportunity for members to purchase Associate and Pass Cards to allow them to visit any of the 2,200 affiliated clubs throughout Great Britain.

The monthly Club Journal is supplied to all member clubs free of charge and gives news and views on other clubs and articles on club management, best practice and legal advice.  Additional copies for club members can be purchased.

The opportunity  to participate in any of the education schools held around the country which provide invaluable practical advice on all aspects of club management.  The Club Management Diploma (CMD) course is a much respected qualification which covers club law and accountancy in depth.

The Annual Meeting of the Union is held in Blackpool every year and each member club delegates individuals to attend.  Issues relating to the policy of the Union are discussed by delegates and it is a great opportunity to meet with fellow club members and exchange ideas with other club officials.

Each of the 28 Branch offices supplies information to clubs in their branch and

What the C.I.U. can do for you and your club…..

having a local contact who can supply local information helps member clubs ensure they receive the right advice whenever they need it.

The Saltburn Centre in Cleveland is the Union’s ‘jewel’.  Nestled on the coast, it is a haven for club members where they can enjoy excellent food and good company in great surroundings.  All rooms are en-suite and the cost to club members makes it a must all year round, for short breaks and longer holidays.

The Union’s national games programme (including snooker, darts, cribbage, fishing, dominoes and more) provides the opportunity for clubs to meet, compete and enjoy the company of other club members and win trophies too!

Subsidised trips to race meetings are arranged as well as a national quiz.

 

These benefits, and more are listed here:

· Associate & Pass Cards;

· A free copy of  Club Journal each month;

· Club Secretaries Handbook;

· Branch & National Meetings;

· Local support and advice from your Branch Office;

· Saltburn Holiday Centre;

· National Games Programme, quiz and subsidized race meeting attendance;

· Annual Report provided to all members, containing useful advice on all areas of club management;

· Local and national seminars and lectures relating to club administration;

· National arrangements with breweries, banks, club insurance, rating advisors and other suppliers;

· Advice on legislation affecting clubs;

· Free rules advice and rule amendments through Union’s dedicated Rules Department;

· Arbitration service available to club members should they wish to appeal against a disciplinary sentence.