Introduction to the CIPFA Finance Advisory Network
The CIPFA Finance Advisory Network (FAN) was launched in January 2002, since then it has gone from strength to strength. The Scottish element of the network is now able to boast of an impressive membership of nearly 20 public sector bodies in Scotland, mainly from local authorities but also covering fire authorities.
The network is built upon a clear vision and objective. It is designed for finance professionals, members and other local authority officers who wish to work together to enhance the effectiveness of their financial management in supporting improved service delivery during a period of unprecedented public sector reform.
The FAN network achieves a high level of trust and joint working with its subscribers through effectively briefing them on legislative, professional and other guidance that is issued and in particular on the practical issues and implications arising. Timely and relevant practical advice is offered to support action planning for reform as it impacts upon a wide range of financial management issues and processes, strategies and procedures. In addition, through its lead and regional advisors, it provides expertly facilitated peer support across its membership.
During 2007 the network supported its members in a number of crucial areas. These included SORP 2007 Guidance Notes, SORP 2008 (Invitation to Comment), partnership budgeting and partnership working.
Subscribing to the Scottish FAN
The CIPFA FAN is easy to join and membership is intended to support the varied needs of different authorities. The pricing structure reflects a base level of subscription for the entire documentary, website and telephone support and starts at a four place subscription.
Above that, councils who predict they will use more places are rewarded with a declining cost per place.
No. of Places |
Scottish Authority |
12 |
£3265 +VAT |
11 |
£3075 +VAT |
10 |
£2885 +VAT |
9 |
£2695 +VAT |
8 |
£2505 +VAT |
7 |
£2290 +VAT |
6 |
£2075 +VAT |
5 |
£1860 +VAT |
4 |
£1645 +VAT |
Additional places over and above your level of subscription are available at a discounted cost of £300 + VAT. Place usage can be applied flexibly to the FAN event programme and places are not linked directly to a particular series but can be applied in line with an authority’s training and development needs. Subscription period runs from 1st April 2008 to 31st March 2009 and all prices/places are pro-rata at time of subscription.
If you wish to subscribe, please contact:
Annette Millar
Tel: 0208 667 8535
Fax: 0208 667 8580
If you would like more information on the benefits of joining the Scottish FAN please contact:
Mark Kenyon
Tel: 01922 643 663
We would be very pleased to welcome you to the Scottish FAN network
