CILIPS > Membership

The Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals in Scotland undertakes the representation of CILIP in the Scottish context, and works on behalf of Scottish members to improve and support Scottish library and information services.

CILIPS membership is currently automatic for all members of CILIP registering with Scottish addresses. For more information, go to CILIP membership.

Key benefits of membership:

• Member-discounted rates for Scotland-based CILIPS CPD courses, Annual Conference and Branch and Group Day
• Free Bi-monthly Scottish journal, Information Scotland


• Career development, support for Chartership and Scottish Mentor Support Network through Scottish CPD officer Penny Robertson, PTEG and CDG (Scottish Division)


• Opportunity to be part of and contribute to the Scottish professional networks of Branches and Groups


• Access to information and support of Scottish CILIPS officers


• Advocacy for Scottish library and information services


• News, events and professional resources