Well Richard, I only wish I could type as much and so eloquently... but alas I will never reach your heights...

Back on topic, I have not registered yet and need too. I as you know was trained as a biomed within Manchester. Working with Mr Haylett when he was a mere mortal! I have also worked beside Richard,albeit as a contractor on site. I have years of experience and a HNC is the highest I went on the qualification front.

So if I don't register can I no longer work in this profession then? Or is this only when I change jobs?, will I be excluded if I am not on it?

In a nut shell what do I need to pay out and how do I conform to this rediculous "roll call"; as I wish to work in this field for a long time to come. Ok I could read all the stuff written but my eye sight in going in my old age.

What happens if you have no qualifications and are just starting to train, are you excluded or is there a way round this "catch 22" sitaution?

Thanks in advance guys...

Only twenty two years left or a win on the lotto then its my vacation time!

Geoff where is off the beaten path anyhows?