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sidevalve5Agree that if the production of the paper copy of the magazine is the main driver for increasing the membership fees. Then the possibility of a two tier fee should be explored, with the higher amount being paid by those who still wish to get it through the letterbox. The lower sum for an online version that can be downloaded. A cost analysis needs to be carried out for a more informed decision.
Am concerned that a £30 fee may put off new members from joining and others that are less active, or interested, will not renew. There is a distinct possibility that a 25%, or even a 50% fee increase, will actually reduce revenue.
I wish to emphasize that I think the paper copy of the magazine is fantastic, those involved in publishing it rightly deserve great credit. But is the financial cost of printing and sending it to every member too heavy a burden on the budget. Should those who wish to either be happy to download the magazine, or thinking if the higher fee is worth it. Affectively subsidize those that insist on having their paper copy.
