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About

We recognise the value of our retired members, who have a wealth of knowledge and experience to contribute to physiotherapy. They are also able to strengthen the voice of our profession and we want their views to be heard.

Benefits

• Stay connected with the Retirement Association network on iCSP.
• Access one-to-one peer support, have your say and debate issues affecting physiotherapy and retirement.
• Reconnect with old friends (and make some new ones) through Retirement Association events.
• Enjoy a range of activities including study days and trips to museums or musicals.
• Make the most of opportunities to connect through attending the CSP Annual Conference or a national/regional networking event.
• Stay up to date with the profession with Frontline magazine landing on your doormat once a month. It includes a regular Retirement Association column for you to read and contribute to.
• Receive a weekly physio news bulletin delivered to your inbox to keep you abreast of all the latest developments in the wider world of physiotherapy.
• Take the opportunity to share your years of experience and expertise with the next generation of physiotherapists and support workers by volunteering to be a CSP mentor.
• Retain your vote in elections and represent retired members on our council and committees.
• Build momentum by supporting current CSP campaigns.
• Continue to enjoy savings on everyday items through CSP Plus, including: holidays, car, home and life insurance; National Trust gift memberships; eye care; cinema tickets; online shopping and much, much more!
• Benefit from reduced insurance cover for ‘non-practicing’ activities such as speaking engagements.
• Offer any form of clinical knowledge, skills and/or experience such as direct practice, lecturing or voluntary work, you must remain on the HCPC register and in the chartered membership category.
• Take advantage of legal services from Thompsons Solicitors, the UK's largest trade union law firm, which provides services to CSP members. This includes a range of options including basic will writing, conveyancing, probate, and power of attorney.

Pay

The cost of retired membership is £6.37 per month or £76.44 a year. The new membership subscription year starts on 1 January 2025 and renewal notices will be sent in October 2025. See the 2025 membership rates for all categories.