In May
1996 SPA sent a survey to some 11,000 small practitioners receiving
850 responses plus many voluntary donations – practitioners
who between them had over 13,000 years experience in general practice
and had been qualified for more than 20,000 years!
Within
the ensuing Report issued in September 1996 SPA identified a number
of key objectives to be pursued both within and outside the ICAEW.
In November 1997 Peter Mitchell, Chairman was elected to the ICAEW
Council for Beds, Bucks and Herts constituency, six other SPA members
have since joined him.
Our
stated policy …
SPA’s stated policy is to promote and improve the relationship
between members and the ICAEW by providing constructive criticism
together with practical proposals for improvements. Further,
to provide commentary and proposals to other authorities influencing
our practicing environment.
Our
progress …
SPA
has been successfully fighting the corner of the small practitioner
for over 11 years. Much has been achieved and there is no slowing
down in our campaigns or vigilance of our practicing environment. We
have been successful in challenging and influencing the ICAEW and
government bodies on issues affecting those in smaller practices. We
are frequently reported in the trade press and our reliable information
sources and authoritative statements are sought and trusted.
SPA continues to make independent representation and responds to current
issues both within and beyond the ICAEW.
