Is the Society no longer a membership organisation?
It is really a question of what sort of membership organisation the Society can and should be. Membership of the Society is the basis of pharmacists’ contract with society as a whole. It shows that they are in good standing and are uniquely competent to provide vital professional services. Membership of the Society is earned and confers a privileged right to practise. Unlike some other membership organisations, the Society is not a club that members join in order to enjoy a range of goods or services, nor is it a business in which members hold shares. Membership does, however, provide access to a professional infrastructure that helps pharmacists to deliver quality in their practice. The Society provides a local network so that pharmacists can share ideas and learning with their peers. It also offers benevolent support to pharmacists and their families in times of need.
