I've been modelling in this scale for 20 plus years. I'm 43 now and I never felt the need to nor do I feel I've missed out on anything by not being a member. I have gone to the Telford show twice many years ago, I visit the Bristol show every year so I don't think I have anything to gain by being a member. It's my choice, the same as everyone else. If you don't like the way its run then leave or vote for someone who is willing to bring the "guild" into the 21st century. The current system will see itself implode.