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FAQs - The Basics

Who is eligible?

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Eligibility is determined by how you operate and the type of business you run.

Consultant affiliates are any self-employed freelancer, contractor or consultant as individuals who work within or wish to work with the publishing sector in the UK or elsewhere. They may operate as a sole trader, via a partnership or limited liability partnership (LLP) or their own limited company. Eligible applicants would offer one or more of the following consultant affiliate services as listed here.

Trade affiliates are any UK or overseas businesses that are not publishers themselves but work with publishing houses. Eligible applicants would offer one or more of the following services as listed here. A Trade Affiliate must also supply details of two UK publisher sponsors, one of whom must be a member of The Publishers Association.

How do I join?

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Details how to join are available here.

How much does it cost?

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A Consultant affiliate is charged £60 per annum plus VAT.

A Trade Affiliate is charged £100 per annum plus VAT. 

 

Where can find the Terms and Conditions?

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Please follow these links:

Why is a Trade Affiliate required to supply two sponsors?

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Only those businesses that offer first-rate services to the wider publishing industry should be allowed to promote themselves through our directory. Asking for two publisher sponsors, one of whom must be a member of The Publishers Association, will help filter out businesses that do not meet these high standards.

Can a business outside the UK apply?

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There are no restrictions on overseas applications for Trade and Consultant Affiliates; any overseas business applying to become a Trade Affiliate must, however, provide details of two publisher sponsors one of whom must be a member of The Publishers Association.

What if I operate within a category not listed?

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You may suggest a new category here which will be reviewed and added to the listing if deemed appropriate.

What is the difference between a Trade and Consultant Affiliate?

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See FAQ above - Who is eligible?