Effective: 1 October 2026 to 30 September 2027

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Welcome to UKATA. We are pleased you are with us. This document sets out the terms and conditions of UKATA membership. It explains what you can expect from us, what we ask of you as a member, and the commitments we each make to support a professional, respectful and well-governed membership community.

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Your Membership Declaration

By becoming or renewing your UKATA membership, you confirm that:

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• the information you have provided to UKATA is accurate to the best of your knowledge;

• you will keep your membership information up to date and let us know if your membership category or professional status changes;

• you agree to pay the applicable membership fees;

• you will comply with the UKATA Constitution ,  Code of Ethics and Professional Practice, these Terms and Conditions, and any other rules or policies that apply to your membership;

• you must disclose any ethical or professional complaints, sanctions or disciplinary action to us.

• you understand that UKATA is a company limited by guarantee and that, if UKATA is dissolved while you are a member or within 12 months after your membership ends, you may be required to contribute up to £10 towards UKATA's debts, liabilities and winding-up costs, in accordance with the Constitution;

• you have read and accept these Membership Terms and Conditions.

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1. Becoming a member

Membership is subject to meeting the eligibility requirements for the membership category you apply for.

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By joining or renewing your membership, you enter into an agreement with UKATA based on these Terms and Conditions.

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2. Your membership

As a UKATA member you agree to:

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• provide accurate and complete information;

• keep your membership information up to date;

• tell us as soon as reasonably practicable if your qualifications, training status or other circumstances mean your membership category should change;

• pay your membership fees when they are due;

• comply with the UKATA Constitution, Code of Ethics and Professional Practice, and any other rules or policies that apply to your membership;

• treat other members, volunteers, staff and anyone acting on behalf of UKATA with respect.

• not transfer your membership to another person or organisation.

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3. Your rights as a member

UKATA is a member-led organisation. As a member, you have the rights set out in the UKATA Constitution   All members with the exception of subscribers have constitutional rights which include the right to vote at general meetings, stand for election and participate in the governance of the Association. We welcome your involvement.

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4. Membership benefits

Membership benefits are provided for your personal use and cannot be transferred to another person. You may only describe yourself as a UKATA member, use any UKATA postnominals or membership designations, or use UKATA branding in accordance with your current membership status and UKATA guidance.

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5. Membership fees

Membership fees are payable annually. If your membership is not renewed within the applicable renewal period, your membership may lapse and associated benefits may end.

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If membership fees or any other sums due to UKATA remain unpaid, UKATA reserves the right to suspend or withdraw membership and associated benefits.

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Membership fees are non-refundable except where UKATA is required to provide a refund by law or decides otherwise.

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6. Professional membership

Where your membership includes professional registration or other professional recognition, you are responsible for ensuring that the information you provide remains accurate and that you continue to meet the applicable membership and professional requirements. If your membership lapses, you may lose access to professional registration, practitioner listings and other benefits associated with your membership category.

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7. Ending or suspending membership

You may end your membership at any time by notifying UKATA. Please note however that we do not provide refunds for membership years already paid for.

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UKATA may suspend or terminate membership in accordance with the UKATA Constitution, Code of Ethics and Professional Practice, and any relevant UKATA rules or policies. Where the Constitution provides a member with notice or an opportunity to make representations before membership is terminated, those procedural protections will apply.

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8. Your information

We process your personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy [LINK]. We will contact you about matters relating to your membership, including renewals, governance, elections and other important organisational updates. You can choose whether to receive marketing communications through your member portal preferences.

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9. Changes to these Terms and Conditions

We may update these Terms and Conditions from time to time. Where we make significant changes, we will let members know before they take effect. Changes to the UKATA Constitution will be made in accordance with the constitutional procedures set out in the Constitution.

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Welcome to the UKATA Community.

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