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Association of Chartered Certified Accountants - http://www.accaglobal.com/
Organisation representing accountancy firms. |
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Association of British Insurers - http://www.abi.org.uk
The ABI aims to provide leadership to the industry and to shape and influence decisions made by the Government, regulator and other public authorities. |
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The British Wind Energy Association - http://www.bwea.com/
BWEA is the professional and trade body for those involved in the wind and marine renewables industries. Provides information on membership, energy sources, news, events and publications. |
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Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA) - http://www.abta.com
Directory includes details of ABTA's members - UK travel agents and tour operators, with information on the destinations they feature and their special skills. |
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The Institute of Logistics and Transport - http://www.ciltuk.org.uk/
Information on careers, special interest groups, logistics and transport policy, publications and benefits of membership. |
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Association of Exhibition Organisers (AEO) - http://www.aeo.org
The AEO's mission is to increase the significance of exhibitions within the marketing mix and to satisfy the needs of an increasing number of visitors. It is run by members for members. |
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British Retail Consortium - http://www.brc.org.uk/
Trade association for the UK retail industry. Includes news, details of policy work, events, and business information. |
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Internet Service Providers Association - http://www.ispa.org.uk/
UK organisation representing ISPs. |
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Public Relations Consultants Association (PRCA) - http://www.prca.org.uk/
Representing the main public relations consultancies in the UK. Includes a directory PR agencies, online recruitment matching service, online referral system, publications and reference information for the public relations industry. |
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Trade Association Forum (TAF) - http://www.taforum.org/
Definitive guide to trade associations, federations and guilds in the UK, backed by the CBI, the DTI. |
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British Association for Fair Trade Shops (BAFTS) - http://www.bafts.org.uk/
Network of independent fair trade shops across the UK promotes fair trade retailing and provides a point of contact and communication for the exchange of ideas amongst our members. Includes shop directory and information on producers. |
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Professional Contractors Group - http://www.pcg.org.uk/
Broad-based representative body for small independent consultancy firms. Discussion forum, news, analysis and publications. |
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European Fishing Tackle Trade Association (EFTTA) - http://www.eftta.com
UK-based association of worldwide manufacturers and wholesalers of fishing equipment, angling and sports fishing tackle. |
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Society of Dyers and Colourists - http://www.sdc.org.uk/
Professional society dedicated to the support of education and training in colour science and technology throughout industry. Contains news, membership information, and full information about the Colour Museum in Bradford. |
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British Interior Design Association (BIDA) - http://www.bida.org/
Information about the association, with membership details, an on-line database of member interior designers, and on courses. Contact details. |
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Investment Management Association - http://www.investmentuk.org/
Representative body for unit trust and investment fund managers. Offers statistics, press info, publications, training and how to join. |
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The National Association of Licensed Paralegals - http://www.nationalparalegals.co.uk/
The professional association for Paralegals. It aims to encourage, promote and develop the role and practice of the paralegal and represent the best interests of its members. |
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Gambica Association - http://www.gambica.org.uk/
National organisation representing the interests of companies in the instrumentation, control, automation and laboratory technology industry in the UK. |
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Master Locksmiths Association - http://www.locksmiths.co.uk/
Membership information, directory of licensed and registered locksmiths, guidelines, contact details and links. |
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The British Aerosol Manufacturers' Association - http://www.bama.co.uk
Resources for the aerosol industry, from the suppliers of components and chemicals to fillers and marketers of aerosol products. |
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Confederation of Passenger Transport UK (CPT) - http://www.cpt-uk.org/
The voice of the coach, bus and light rail industries in UK; information about membership, benefits, campaigns, regional presence, and contacts. |
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Professional Associations Research Network - http://www.parn.org.uk/
Undertakes research projects on all aspects of professionalism. Discussion areas, events listings, news, government consultation papers and links to a variety of resources. |
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Association of Consulting Actuaries - http://www.aca.org.uk
ACA is the representative body for UK consulting actuaries. |
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http://www.lapada.org/ - http://www.lapada.org/
Trade association for professional art and antique dealers. Provides a search facility, information on fairs and exhibitions, services offered to members and advice offered to the public. |
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Association of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Specialists (AGS) - http://www.ags.org.uk
AGS is a trade association established to improve the profile and quality of geotechnical and geoenvironmental engineering in site investigation, design, remediation and construction. |
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Association of Convenience Stores - http://www.acs.org.uk
The campaigning voice of over 33,000 local shops. Includes information on joining ACS, its lobbying activities, advice, networking and industry news. |
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British Vehicle Renting and Leasing Association (BVLRA) - http://www.bvrla.co.uk
Members directory, details of code of conduct, publications, news and information on services provided. |
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Exhibition Bulletin Event Services Directory - http://www.eventservicenet.co.uk
Directory of events services suppliers from bandstand suppliers and lighting companies to firework displays organisers and caterers. |
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Nuclear Industry Association - http://www.niauk.org/
Trade association representing operators of nuclear power stations, and companies engaged in decommissioning, waste management, nuclear fuel cycle, equipment, engineering, construction, research. News and promotional information about nuclear power and the nuclear industry. |
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The National Dairy Council - http://www.milk.co.uk
UK site for promotion of milk and dairy products. Site contains resources and information for schools and educational needs. |
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National Federation of Retail Newsagents (NFRN) - http://www.nfrnonline.com/
Formed to represent and support the independent retailer sector; information about services, membership, contacts, and advice sections. |
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British Antique Furniture Restorers Association - http://www.bafra.org.uk/
Organisation of craftsmen and women concerned to maintain standards in the field of antique furniture restoration and conservation. Includes information on their student branch and listed colleges. |
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National Association of Paper Merchants - http://www.napm.org.uk/
News, information and publications from the trade association for paper and board merchants. |
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Fire Industry Association (FIA) - http://www.fia.uk.com/
A trade association that aims to promote the professional status of the UK fire safety industry. Provides information on membership, training and events. |
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The National Childrenswear Association - http://www.ncwa.co.uk/
Directory of suppliers and manufacturers for the childrenswear industry, also other valuable information |
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Cold Storage and Distribution Federation (CSDF) - http://www.csdf.org.uk/
Representing all aspects of the temperature controlled supply chain from producer through storage and distribution to the retailer. News, events, directory and reading room. |
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British Society of Scientific Glassblowers - http://www.bssg.co.uk/
Aims to encourage and promote higher standards of skill and technical knowledge of glass and glass apparatus. Provides information on membership, symposia, news, the journal and library. |
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The Guild of Master Craftsmen - http://www.guildmc.com/
Details of this trade association, which supports and promotes excellence in a range of crafts. |
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Vehicle Builders and Repairers Association - http://www.vbra.co.uk
VBRA are a trade association ensuring high standards among vehicle builders, car body repairers and vehicle builders. |
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British Safety Industry Federation - http://www.bsif.co.uk/
BSIF is a trade body within the safety industry. Provides a profile, news, information on member services and on joining the organisation. |
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Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers - http://www.rabdf.co.uk/
Independent organisation addressing the issues facing the UK dairy farming industry. Directory of members, with details of council members, news, events and publications. |
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Freelance Hair and Beauty Federation - http://www.fhbf.org.uk/
Organisation for freelance hairdressers in the UK. Describes its objectives, facilities and services with information about membership. |
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Textile Services Association - http://www.tsa-uk.org
Trade Association for the laundry, cleaning and textile rental industry. Offers consumers, The DryCleaning Information Bureau, where consumers can locate specialist cleaners in their area, for all types of garments and textiles. |
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Photo Imaging Council - http://www.pic.uk.net/
Represents businesses and other organisations in the photo imaging sector. Information on events, membership, news and advisory council. |
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International Council Of Hides Skins And Leather Traders Associations - http://www.ichslta.org/
History, members list and details of how to join. |
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The Guild of Master Sweeps - http://www.guild-of-master-sweeps.co.uk/
Search for a qualified chimney sweep and view information about the organisation. |
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Association of British Mining Equipment Companies (ABMEC) - http://www.abmec.org.uk
The member companies of ABMEC are the leading manufacturing companies within the United Kingdom mining equipment sector. |
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Retread Manufacturers Association - http://www.retreaders.org.uk/
Trade association for manufacturers of commercial vehicle and passenger car retreaded/remoulded tyres. General information, newsletter and member lists. |
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Industrial Commercial Energy Association - http://www.icomenergyassociation.org.uk/
ICOM promotes and protects the interests of its members who manufacture, commission, service and maintain industrial and commercial heating equipment. Provides information on membership, press releases, events and job opportunities. |
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Asbestos Control and Abatement Division - http://www.tica-acad.co.uk/
Trade association for companies involved with asbestos removal. News, member search and details of member services. |
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The Association of International Couriers and Express Services - http://www.aices.org/
AICES represents the UK Courier Industry. |
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Association of Welding Distributors - http://www.awd.org.uk/
For distributors and manufacturers of welding supplies and equipment in the UK. Includes news, product reviews, information about membership and password protected members pages. |
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Paper Agents Association - http://www.paa.org.uk/
News, diary and membership information for the association representing agents and mill-owned sales offices of overseas paper and board makers. |
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Baltic Air Charter Association - http://www.baca.org.uk/
BACA represents the interests of commercial aviation companies particularly in the aircharter industries and markets. List of members, rules, links, mediation, specimen contracts and news. |
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The Guild of Q Butchers - http://www.guildofqbutchers.com/
Group of meat traders with locations of local vendors, recipes, news and joining information. |
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British Marine Electronics Association - http://www.bmea.org
Association for marine electronics engineers and manufacturers. Details of code of practice, services and products. |
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The International Wine Clubs Association - http://www.go-e.co.uk/iwca/
Professional association of wine clubs and direct selling wine merchants. Details of membership requirements, code of practice, publications and news. |
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Gasket Cutters Association (GCA) - http://www.gcassociation.co.uk/
Gasket cutters umbrella association in the UK. |
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East Anglia Master Thatchers Association - http://www.eamta.co.uk
Aims to provide the owners of thatched properties with a satisfactory and dependable service and represent the interests of thatchers. Provides information on thatchers, thatching materials, roof maintenance, thatching standards and thatch specifications. |
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Faset Limited - http://www.faset.org.uk
Trade association and training body for the UK and Irish safety net rigging and fall arrest industry. |
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Beverage Service Association - http://www.beverageserviceassociation.com/
An association for companies that use commodities such as tea, coffee, juice or water using small types of machines other than machine vending. |
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Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades (AEMT) - http://www.aemt.co.uk
AEMT includes the majority of the leading firms in the repair, re-conditioning, and merchanting of industrial electrical and mechanical machinery. |
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Pump Distributors Association - http://www.the-pda.com/
Represents industrial pump distributors, suppliers and engineers. Details of members, organisation purpose, trade news and code of practice. |
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Power Fastenings Association - http://www.powerfastenings.org.uk
Representing manufacturers and suppliers of branded pneumatic tools and collated fasteners in the UK. Membership information is given. |
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The Institute of Licensed Trade Stock Auditors - http://iltsa.squarespace.com/
Qualifying body for stock takers within the Licensed Trade. Profile and services. |
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DJ Associates - http://www.djassociates.org
Free to join association for all types of disc jockey including mobile and club DJs. |
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The Institute of Certified Locksmiths - http://theinstituteofcertifiedlocksmiths.org/
Professional association aiming to encourage and promote a high standard in locksmith services. Includes information on membership, guidelines for members, training and news. |
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The European Federation of Interior-landscape Groups - http://efigsite.34sp.com/interior-landscaping/0/1/
Markets and promotes the interior landscaping industry. Includes directory of approved contractors and suppliers and membership information. |
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Associated Independent Electrical Wholesalers - http://www.aiew.co.uk/index.html
Purchasing consortium for independent electrical wholesalers. Also providing support and guidance in IT, legal and HR matters. |
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Professional Directors - http://www.professionaldirectors.co.uk/
Represents executive and non-executive directors of UK businesses. Information on membership benefits, joining fees and networking services. |
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National Network of Approved Locksmiths - http://www.nnal.co.uk
NNAL is a trade association aiming to raise standards within the locksmithing industry and providing training and accreditation to individual members. |
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Hygiene Safety and Quality Club International - http://www.hsqc.com
For the hospitality, travel and retailing industries. Includes information about membership. |
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International Freelancers Association - http://ifa-voice.com
IFA Voice is an association for skilled individuals who choose to work for themselves. Includes information on the organisation, the benefits of membership and the services provided. |
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The National Caravan Council - http://www.national-caravan-council.co.uk
Trade body for the UK caravanning industry. Member directory, links, news and sections for public, industry and press. |
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Federation of Licensed Victuallers Associations - http://www.davidnewtoninteractive.co.uk/~iib56qqooeiy/FLVA/
Support and advice for persons in the licence trade. Information on services and case studies. |