In the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There is no legal definition of a trade association or trade body in the Republic of Ireland or the United Kingdom. Generally, these have been defined as an organisation that acts to promote the interests of, and in same cases, to set standards within, a sector or industry, by pooling resources among organisations and\/or individuals in a sector. They may offer services, such as running conferences, offering classes or other educational materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While some trade associations might set enforceable standards, we do not. We represent and promote our members, rather than police them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
To deliver our vision (read about our vision here<\/a>), FAME undertakes the following types of activities:<\/p>\n\n\n\n We are a democratic membership organisation that is responsive to our members\u2019 needs; if a member should raise a matter it will be considered by the secretariat and\/or Board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are not a FAME member you can still contact us to ask if your initiative is something we can get involved in or support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We will consider requests from non-members on their merits and relevance to FAME\u2019s objectives. It is very unlikely that we will get involved in any of the following sorts of initiatives:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Even if your initiative is relevant, we may still decline to get involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The requirements are simple. Any organisation operating in development-led archaeology can apply to join FAME. This includes Sole Traders. You must also pay your annual subscription fees. The FAME Board has discretion to reject applications for whatever reason, but this is very rarely invoked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We focus on those that operate contracting and consultation services, those that only<\/span> provide public oversight are best to join an organisation like ALGAO<\/a>. Organisations with mixed operations i.e. operate contracting and consultation services & public oversight, are welcomed at FAME.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There is no rule about the constitutions of members \u2013 Sole Traders, Partnerships, Charities, Private Limited Companies, Public Limited Companies etc. are all welcome to join, provided you meet the above criteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n FAME is a company limited by guaranteed, registered in England and Wales. The Board members serve as the company\u2019s directors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n FAME is a representative democracy. The membership elects a Board to make strategic decisions on their behalf. The Board then engages a secretariat to operationally deliver that strategy on behalf of the membership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Currently, the membership has not empowered FAME to negotiate bidding contracts, on any topic, on their behalf. FAME can negotiate special offers with service providers but only if members are not required to take up such offers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n No, FAME does not set rules of behaviour or conduct that our members have to abide by, and so there is no scope for investigation or disciplinary actions to regulate members\u2019 actions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n By writing to us either by email or post. Our contact details are here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
What if I want FAME to do something not on that list?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What if I want FAME to do something not on that list and I am not a member?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Can anyone join FAME?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Can X type of organisation join?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How is FAME constituted?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How does FAME make decisions?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Can FAME negotiate X on behalf of its members?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Does FAME regulate its members?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How can I contact FAME?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Will FAME set or recommend wages for the sector?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n