Volunteering and honorary work
You can undertake unpaid work for small charities, voluntary bodies, or individuals without a practising certificate if:
Each organisation’s income is under £100,000
Combined income across all organisations is under £200,000
You don’t receive any fee or significant benefit (over £50)
The organisations are not limited companies requiring a registered auditor
Avoid using business stationery that implies you’re operating a practising firm.
Returning to paid work after retirement and fees
If you return to paid work while on the Lifetime members register, please select raise a case below and notify us.
You’ll be required to pay this year’s annual subscription fee. A full list of our fees and charges can be found on our website.
If you wish to enter public practice as a principal, you must return to the 'active list' and resume paying the annual subscription.
You will also be required to complete an annual CPD declaration should you return to full time paid employment.
If you choose to retire again, a second commutation fee will not be required.
Working beyond income limits
If you wish to exceed the income/turnover limits while retired, you must apply for permission from the Council's Admissions and Licensing Committee.
Although not guaranteed, failure to do so could cause considerable inconvenience to the charity, body or individual you’re doing the work for.
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Contact us
If you have any further questions or need more help, please use the Contact us option below to get in touch with our team.