How can I pay for my registration?
We can accept payment by credit and debit card or cheque. We do not accept payment by BACs.
Invoices must be paid in full within 30 days of booking. If registration takes place less than thirty days prior to the event, payment must be received before the conference date, 29 April 2014. BSR reserves the right to refuse entry to delegates for non-payment.
Can I register on the day?
Yes, onsite registration is open at the following times:
Yes, onsite registration is open at the following times:
Tuesday 28 April: 09.00 – 19.30
Wednesday 29 April: 07.00 – 19.15
Thursday 1 May: 07.00 – 17.15
Onsite registration fees will include an additional administration charge so it will be cheaper for you to register in advance.
Please note that during the conference, the registration desk will be busy and you may need to queue.
For both these reasons, we advise you to register before the conference begins on 28 April.
Please note that during the conference, the registration desk will be busy and you may need to queue.
For both these reasons, we advise you to register before the conference begins on 28 April.
What registration type can I register for?
Will you post me a delegate badge?
To reduce our carbon footprint, we do not deliver delegate passes. Please collect your badge on site during the following times:
Tuesday 28 April: 09.00 – 19.30
Wednesday 29 April: 07.00 – 19.15
Thursday 1 May: 07.00 – 17.15
What is included in my conference ticket?
- Entry to the scientific session of your choice on the days for which you have registered. (BSR cannot guarantee capacity in any particular session, although we will do our best to avoid disappointment)
- Entry to the exhibition
- Delegate bag (subject to availability for those registering on site)
- Lunch and refreshments
- Entry to the president's reception on 29 April.
Can I attend the evening networking events with my conference registration?
The Presidents' Reception, held on Tuesday 29 April is free to attend for delegates - you do not need to book.
The Presidents' Reception, held on Tuesday 29 April is free to attend for delegates - you do not need to book.
If you would like to attend the conference dinner on Tuesday 29 April from 9pm, you will need to buy a ticket in advance. You can do this using the main registration process, either with your conference registration or separately. For more information about the social event, please click here.
I have dietary or access needs; how can I let the organisers know?
During registration there is an opportunity to let us know about any dietary or access needs you may have. We will attempt to provide for all requirements within reason. If you have already registered and need to update your details or you have a severe allergy that may be affected by indirect contact with certain foods, please contact us directly.
I need help convincing my workplace / university to give me time off for the conference.
Please check the Letters of support page for assistance.
I can't attend the conference any more, can a colleague go in my place?
If you would like to amend the name on your booking, please contact the BSR events team (lmcclenaghan@rheumatology.org.uk). This will incur an administration fee of £20.
I can't attend the conference any more, can I get a refund?
Cancellations received in writing by the BSR events team (lmcclenaghan@rheumatology.org.uk) by 5pm on Friday, 28 March 2014, may be refunded in full but will incur a cancellation fee of £20. We regret that we cannot offer refunds for cancellations received after this date, although substitutions may be made. This will incur a £20 administration fee.
