Kristine
2 years ago
I have been a member of IDA for some years, they have a lot of interesting activities and funds, so if you join in you get your money's worth. The career counselling services are good and helped me immensely. However, I found their legal advice during a redundancy weak and patchy, it seemed they were overloaded, and I missed out in the end. So, if that's what you're after I would suggest saving your cash for a dedicated employment lawyer. Also with the fee collection, watch their emails if they ask for status, as if you don't respond it defaults to the full fee and they insist on payment, no excuses. Lastly, I am a strong supporter of union membership, but IDA seems to me to be a bit 'fat', and luscious breakfasts and lunches at free events seem excessive to me.