BPA Groups

Alison ToozeMembership & Events Manager

Current Range of BPA Groups

• Regional• Special Interest• Focus/Working• Strategic/Stakeholder

Regional Structure

• 8 Groups Covering EnglandNorth West, North East, Eastern, Midlands, London, South EastSouthern, South West

• Scotland and Wales have active country groups• Northern Ireland currently dormant with plans to

reactivate

Regional Structure

• Open to members from all sectors• Diverse agendas• Attract sustained attendance – average of 40• Opportunity to network and discuss issues of local and

national importance

Regional Structure – Country Groups

• Wales and Scotland recognised as country groups• Strong links with devolved governments• Serve as Special Interest Groups for members in these

countries

Special Interest Groups

• Focus on issues for specific sectors• Strategic objectives• Enable development of work streams • National coverage for issues relevant to whole of UK

Special Interest Groups – Current Sectors

• Local Authorities (LASIG)• Bailiffs and Enforcement (BESIG)• Equipment Manufacturers and Suppliers (EMS SIG)• Structures and Asset Management (SAMSIG)• Higher Education Parking (HEPSIG)• Healthcare Parking (HPSIG)

Special Interest Groups

• Meet up to 3 times per year• National meetings• Often attended by government and key stakeholders• Lead voice on sector relevant issues making them recognised

lobbying and consultation groups• Opportunity for better cross sector communications through joint

meetings

Regional Support Teams – The Concept

• Each group will have a dedicated team comprising the Chair of the Group, a Council member, a Staff Member and a Development Manager

• The team will confer with each other over how the

agenda will work, monitor the attendance and be present at meetings to meet, greet, answer queries and receive feedback from members.

Support Teams – Communication

BPA Council

Assigned Council Member

Support Team

Group/Members

Regional Support Teams – Benefits

• Supports the Chair and group Officers   • Members attending the region have the consistency of

known BPA representatives at the meeting and in between

• Enables the Council member to be more accountable for members views across the country. 

• This team approach also assists the DMs as they move into their roles as regional BPA ambassadors. 

Timetable for Implementation

• Spring/Summer 2011 Support Team Members to attend meetings

• Full implementation of regional support by Autumn 2011

How Can I Make the Most of my Support Team?

• Get to know your team members• Raise any questions or concerns with your team• Pass on suggestions or requests for membership

services• Take the opportunity to ensure your views are heard by

BPA Council• It’s your Association – use your team to ensure it delivers

what you want

Thanks for Listening

Any Questions?