We are delighted to have received a record number of applications for Member and Associate grades before the February 2006 closing date.

After high attendance of our Registration and Membership Briefing Sessions across the UK in November and December last year, we have achieved a 28% rise in the number of applications from the last closing date, August 2005. Particularly impressive were the applications from the Scottish region which were up an incredible 50% from the last closing date.

For further details on our Registration and Membership Briefing Sessions please visit our website www.cibse.org

Marzena Rendell has joined the Professional Development team as administrator. Marzena has previously worked with language training and administration, most recently in Shanghai, and will assist in the administration of applications and interviews.