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BABICM Events Policy

BABICM Event Booking Terms & Conditions

Effective from: July 2026

These Terms & Conditions apply to all BABICM events unless otherwise stated.


1. Definitions

BABICM means The British Association of Brain Injury and Complex Case Management.

Delegate means the individual attending the event.

Booker means the individual or organisation responsible for making the booking.

Event includes conferences, workshops, webinars, online learning, hybrid events, training courses and any other event organised by BABICM.


2. Booking Your Place

Current event details, programmes and delegate fees are available on the BABICM website.

Before making a booking, delegates should carefully review the event information to ensure the content is suitable for their learning needs.

All bookings must be made using the online booking system.

A booking acknowledgement will be sent by email once a booking has been received.

A booking is only confirmed once full payment has been received or alternative payment arrangements have been agreed by BABICM.


3. Prices and Payment

Card Payments

Payment by debit or credit card is required at the time of booking.

An invoice and receipt will be issued automatically.

BACS Payments

Where payment by BACS has been selected, an invoice will be issued to the named booker.

Payment must be received within 30 days of the invoice date, or no later than one working day before the event, whichever occurs first.

Payments should be made in Pounds Sterling to:

Bank: Lloyds Bank

Sort Code: 30-15-53

Account Number: 01197539

Please quote your invoice number as the payment reference.

BABICM reserves the right to cancel any booking where payment has not been received by the due date.


4. Attendance

Registration times and venue information are provided within the booking confirmation and on the BABICM website.

The person making the booking is responsible for ensuring delegates receive all event information.

Failure to attend an event does not entitle the delegate to a refund.

Attendance certificates or CPD certificates will only be issued to delegates who attend the event.

BABICM will communicate primarily by email using the address supplied during booking. If updated contact details are provided, future correspondence will be sent to the revised address.


5. Delegate Responsibilities

Delegates are responsible for:

  • ensuring they meet any stated event prerequisites;
  • arriving in sufficient time for registration;
  • complying with venue regulations;
  • following any reasonable instructions provided by BABICM staff;
  • treating fellow delegates, speakers, exhibitors and staff with courtesy and respect.

6. Cancellations, Transfers and Refunds

All cancellation or transfer requests must be submitted in writing to BABICM.

Refunds will be processed as follows.

Standard Events

Notice Received Refund
More than 30 days before the event 70% refund
29 days or less before the event No refund

BABICM Annual Conference

Notice Received Refund
More than 42 days before the conference 70% refund
41 days or less before the conference No refund

Delegate Substitutions

If the registered delegate is unable to attend, another delegate may attend in their place at no additional charge.

Where possible, BABICM should be notified in writing before the event.


7. Changes or Cancellation by BABICM

BABICM reserves the right to amend the programme, speakers, timings, venue or event format where necessary.

BABICM also reserves the right to cancel or postpone an event due to insufficient bookings or circumstances beyond its reasonable control.

If BABICM cancels an event, delegates may choose either:

  • a full refund; or
  • transfer of their booking to another BABICM event.

BABICM accepts no responsibility for travel, accommodation or other costs incurred by delegates.


8. Online and Hybrid Events

For online or hybrid events, delegates are responsible for ensuring they have:

  • a suitable device;
  • reliable internet connection;
  • any software required to access the event.

BABICM cannot be held responsible for technical issues experienced by delegates.

Joining links are issued to the named delegate only and must not be shared.


9. Speakers and Programme Content

BABICM endeavours to deliver all advertised speakers and programme content.

However, circumstances beyond our control may require changes.

Views expressed by speakers are their own and do not necessarily represent those of BABICM.

BABICM accepts no liability for advice or opinions expressed by speakers or contained within presentation materials.


10. Event Materials and Intellectual Property

All presentations, recordings, slides, handouts and other materials remain the intellectual property of BABICM and/or the individual presenter unless otherwise stated.

Materials are provided for the personal learning and professional development of registered delegates only.

Delegates may not:

  • copy;
  • distribute;
  • publish;
  • record;
  • reproduce;
  • upload; or
  • commercially exploit

any event materials without prior written permission.


11. Photography, Filming and Recording

Photography, filming and audio recording may take place during BABICM events.

Images and recordings may be used in:

  • BABICM publications;
  • the BABICM website;
  • social media;
  • promotional materials;
  • future event marketing.

Delegates who do not wish to appear should notify the registration desk upon arrival.

BABICM will make every reasonable effort to respect these requests but cannot guarantee delegates will not appear incidentally in group photographs or recordings.

Delegates may not record any BABICM event without prior written permission.


12. Accessibility and Reasonable Adjustments

BABICM is committed to providing accessible and inclusive events.

Delegates requiring reasonable adjustments should notify BABICM as early as possible and wherever practical at least two weeks before the event.

Every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate requests.


13. Delegate Conduct

BABICM is committed to providing a professional, respectful and inclusive environment.

Delegates are expected to behave professionally at all times.

BABICM reserves the right to refuse admission or remove any delegate whose behaviour is considered:

  • abusive;
  • discriminatory;
  • threatening;
  • disruptive; or
  • likely to negatively affect the experience or safety of others.

No refund will be payable in these circumstances.


14. Catering and Dietary Requirements

Where refreshments or catering are included, this will be stated within the event information.

Delegates must notify BABICM of any dietary requirements by the deadline specified for the event.

Evening meals are only included where specifically stated.


15. Exhibitors and Sponsors

Where exhibition or sponsorship opportunities are available, details will be published on the BABICM website.

Exhibitor information, including venue access and setup instructions, will be sent directly to the nominated exhibitor contact.


16. Data Protection

BABICM processes personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Information collected may include:

  • name;
  • organisation;
  • job title;
  • postal address;
  • email address;
  • telephone number;
  • professional role.

This information is used for:

  • event administration;
  • delegate communications;
  • CPD records;
  • delegate networking lists (where applicable);
  • future BABICM marketing (unless opted out).

Delegates may withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time.

Delegates have the right to request access to, correction of or deletion of their personal data.

Requests should be sent to:

BABICM

Office 15, Phoenix House

100 Brierley Street

Bury

BL9 9HN

Email: secretary@babicm.org

Complaints regarding data processing may be made to the Information Commissioner’s Office.


17. Insurance

Delegates are responsible for arranging any insurance they consider necessary.

BABICM accepts no responsibility for loss of or damage to personal belongings.


18. Force Majeure

BABICM shall not be liable for failure to deliver an event due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to:

  • severe weather;
  • fire;
  • flood;
  • industrial action;
  • terrorism;
  • war;
  • pandemics;
  • government restrictions;
  • venue closure; or
  • any other force majeure event.

Where practical, BABICM will seek to reschedule the event or offer an appropriate alternative.


19. Limitation of Liability

Nothing within these Terms & Conditions excludes liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence or for any liability that cannot legally be excluded.

Subject to this, BABICM’s total liability shall not exceed the amount paid by the delegate for the relevant event.

BABICM shall not be liable for any indirect or consequential losses, including travel expenses, accommodation costs, loss of profits or business interruption.


20. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.

Any disputes arising from these Terms & Conditions shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.


21. Entire Agreement

These Terms & Conditions, together with the event information published on the BABICM website, constitute the entire agreement between BABICM and the delegate.

No variation to these Terms & Conditions shall be valid unless confirmed in writing by a Director of BABICM.

No statement or representation made by any BABICM employee or representative shall amend these Terms & Conditions unless confirmed in writing.


Document Control

Version: 2.0

Effective Date: July 2026

Document Owner: Chief Operating Officer

Next Review Date: July 2028

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Company Number: 03176447