Dr Nikki Daniels, Head of Communities and Connections reflects on the outstanding contribution made by our Specialist Sections and regions as we take a step closer towards more inclusive communities for all members.

Thank you to all our members who attended our 2022 Annual General Meeting. At the meeting members voted for a 1.5% increase in membership fees for 2022/23.

Welcome to our April issue. Chronic fatigue can disrupt everyday life and is linked to a wide range of acute and long-term health challenges. For our cover feature, Wendy Bryant, Andy Chapman and Rachel Booth-Gardiner explore the concept of rest-do days – an occupation-centred approach to self-management, developed by Wendy in response to her own experience.

The cost-of-living crisis is making it more difficult for children and young people to access the therapies and interventions they need, say almost two-thirds (65%) of paediatric occupational therapists.

Jacqueline Gordon – Occupational Therapist at Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, BAOT Council Member for England and Clinical Sustainability Manager for Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust – shares her knowledge on how you can make an impact on climate change and work more sustainably.

We’re introducing new member benefits and improved digital experiences, offering better value for our 36,000 members.