As part of the Institute's Medals and Prizes, two awards are given to local societies who have shown exceptional merit in their activities over the year.

In the less than 30 average attendance category, the winner was the Scottish Plastics & Rubber Association (SPRA). The judges were impressed that SPRA has generated an increase of approximately 20% in membership over the last year. There is interaction with local schools and teachers via the Polymer Study Tour. The Association makes a conscious effort to build its meetings around subjects which members can use for CPD.

With 30 or more average attendance, the Midland Institute of Mining Engineers (MIME) won the award. The local society uses travel scholarships and the AMCO Bursary to involve younger members. It produces an annual paper copy of its yearbook which allows receipients to communicate with each other. The MIME participates in joint meetings via a video link between different locations in the surrounding area.

Further information

Scottish Plastics & Rubber Association

Midland Institute of Mining Engineers

Details of all 2010 prize winners