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Whether you are formally studying for a qualification, have a specific project to research or you just want to learn more about a facet of the business that intrigues you ISPAL can supply you with the most appropriate textbook, pamphlet or other publication. Everything in our bookshop has been reviewed by industry experts and is in stock because other professionals have found it useful. We sell these publications as a service to our members and the wider industry so you can be sure our concern is your satisfaction, not our bottom line.

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  101 Ways to Succeed in Sports Development
A Gooding 3rd edition 2003
The publication provides information and practical tips on the basics of sports development work in accessible '101' paragraphs framework. Topics covered include equal opportunities, marketing, sponsorship, developing partnerships, performance measurement and working with volunteers.
£18.75 / £15.00 member 25335
  New Leisure Trusts
Richard Simmons January 2003
A detailed overview, which examines the history, and key issues of trust development, together with an analysis of performance, accountability and control. Intended to provide a first look in depth at the new trusts from a more independent stance. Covers, how to make the trust decision, including motivating factors, technical review and stakeholder impacts and the new leisure trusts in action, which includes cultural impacts, performance, quality and best value.
£25.00 / £22.50 member 25354
ILAM Publication
  Recognising Innovation and Imagination in Open Space Management - 2nd Edition
Baggott, I. and Roper, L. 2nd edition 2005

Based on the Open Space Management Award, this updated publication gives potential applicants a wealth of information about the award scheme. Containing in-depth case studies or previous winners and examples of other entries, this book provides useful ideas and information for those wishing to adopt a more innovative approach in open space management. Focusing on contemporary issues such as community involvement, securing external funding and forming partnerships, the publication, like the award, celebrates the work of those who have dared to be different.
£18.75 / £15.00 member 25342
ILAM Publication
  Events: From Start to Finish 2nd Edition
Stayte, S. & Watt, D. 2005

This new and fully-updated edition of Events: From Start to Finish takes an unashamedly practical approach to staging events. Written for anyone involved in producing and delivering any public event, the publication begins with the fundamental principles of event management and offers step-by-step guidance through to the delivery of a successful and safe event.
£35.00 / £28.00 member 25343 ILAM Publication
  Managing Risk in Indoor Play Areas
Nick Balmforth, Lee Hubbucks 2005

Areas has been written in response to the growing number of enquiries relating to the assessment of risk within indoor play environments. This publication presents this information in a clear, practical format with best practice advice and step-by-step advice on how to undertake a risk assessment.
£25.00 / £22.50 member

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