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Deadline: 1 November 2018
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This year’s theme is 'Earth Science in our Lives' and events are taking place across the UK & Ireland.
We have a number of vacancies at the Society: Head of Events, Events Co-ordinator and a Policy Intern
Details of the roles are available in the About us section.
Call for Council nominations now open.
Submit your nominations by 4 January 2019.
The Society will be updating its IT systems from Monday 8 - Monday 15 October. As a result Fellows will be unable to purchase books or register for conferences online.
You will still be able to renew your membership and make orders via the order forms or by telephone.
We apologise for the inconvenience and hope to be back up and running on 15 October.
Events and Books: To book an event please download the PDF booking form on the individual event.
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There are now a number of events linked to the Year of Resources. Take a look at what's coming up and find out more about our 'themed years'.
The Geological Society has agreed a 10 year strategy for 2017 - 2027.
The Society supports the work of geoscientists, inspires interest in the physical world, and connects science, profession and society.
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