Next week sees the third RSC General Assembly, which will take place on Thursday 15th November and Friday 16th November.  This year the meeting will be held at the Birmingham Hilton Metropole Hotel.  This meeting will be attended by Council members and representatives of local sections and interest groups.  Delegates will be representing the UK, China, Israel, Belgium, United Arab Emirates, Denmark, Singapore, France, Pakistan, India and South Africa. 

The two day meeting allows delegates to discuss and debate topics, as well as input to a range of topics including advice on RSC strategies, policies and activities. It also gives the opportunity for Council members to hear the views and opinions of our members.  The RSC international representatives that have been invited to the General Assembly will get the chance to meet RSC staff at a special gathering on Wednesday 14th November, as well as getting the chance to meet Council members and discuss topical issues.  The Gala Awards ceremony and dinner will form part of the General Assembly and will celebrate outstanding contributions of chemical scientists. 

Feedback from the General Assembly will be available on the website shortly.  Feedback from the General Assembly 2006 can be viewed at the following link:
http://www.rsc.org/Membership/Memberzone/BoardsCommittees/GA/GA2006.asp