Branches

All IBMS members are allocated to a branch upon admission to membership. Their branch is based on their work address but may be altered should an individual member wish to be affiliated with a branch nearer to their home address.

Branches are organised on a committee basis and elect the following individuals:

• Chairman
• Secretary
• Treasurer
• At least 2 other committee members

In addition, a branch committee is normally supported by a wider group composed of local, educational & CPD representatives. The maximum size of the committee is not set but will reflect the relative size of the branch and its activities.

Branches fulfil the following functions:

• Act as the focal point for IBMS activities within the local area and to maintain close contact with members
• Establishment of a local liaison officer network
• Organisation of scientific and professional meetings
• Liaison with local education establishments
• Promote local recruitment
• Provide formal links to the region

Branches are funded on a per capita allocation based on the number of members affiliated to an individual branch. They also receive a flat rate funding allocation to support branch meetings. 

All active branches must produce an annual review of their activities and are coordinated by Membership and Marketing Committee.