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How to Join the Southern User Group (SUG)

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    Why join the Southern User Group?

    The Southern User Group (SUG) gives Wolters Kluwer customers a unique opportunity to connect, learn and influence.

    As a member, you’ll benefit from:

    • Direct access to Wolters Kluwer experts and product insights
    • Practical best practice sharing with firms facing similar challenges
    • Relevant, topical discussions led by industry and guest speakers
    • Flexible attendance, with sessions you can tailor to your interests
    • A supportive peer network focused on real-world application, not sales

    Whether you’re a partner shaping strategy or a hands-on user focused on efficiency, the SUG offers valuable insight, collaboration and community.

    Membership and how to join

    Membership

    Southern User Group meetings take place twice a year, in Spring and Autumn.

    • Annual membership fee: £300 per practice
    • Delegate fee: £40 per person, per meeting
      • Covers venue hire, lunch and refreshments
      • Payable at the time of booking
    Apply to join

    If you are interested in becoming a member of the SUG, please contact the Group Secretary, Marcia Sporn - email: marcia.sporn @ btinternet.com. She will be happy to answer any questions and provide a membership application form.

    Contact details

    If you would like to suggest an agenda topic for an upcoming meeting or have a question for the Chair, Treasurer or Secretary, please visit Officers to view contact details.

    Trust Accounts subgroup

    The Trust Accounts subgroup meets online twice a year, on dates separate from the main SUG meetings.

    The subgroup provides a focused forum for discussion and knowledge-sharing specific to trust accounts.

    If you are interested in joining or have any related enquiries, please contact the Secretary - email:[email protected].

    There is no additional fee to join the Trust Accounts subgroup.

    Location and dates

    Next meeting: Wednesday 18 November 2026

    Venue
    Broadway House
    Tothill Street
    London
    SW1H 9NQ

    Information! Southern User Group members can apply to join our 'User Group - Southern' group on our Support Portal where they will see News/Posts regarding the Southern User Group and where they can interact with other Southern User Group members.

    Related documents

    Release Schedule 2026
    The document provides information about joining groups for updates on Wolters Kluwer software releases, particularly in the Tax and Accounting sector. It details scheduled releases for various software, including CCH Central, CCH OneClick, and CCH iFirm, along with specific dates and software functionalities. Key upcoming versions include CCH Central 2026.3 and several CCH iFirm releases throughout Q3/Q4 of 2026, focusing on enhancements and bug fixes across their suite of services. Users are encouraged to provide feedback through the relevant groups.
    Northern User Group (NUG) Officers
    The document outlines the key positions within the Northern User Group, including roles such as Chair Person, Secretary, and various sub-group chairs (CCH Accounting, CCH Trust Accounts, and CCH Central). It provides contact information for the Group Chairman, Stephen Leonard, including his email and phone number for inquiries.
    How to Join the Northern User Group (NUG)
    The CCH Northern User Group offers a 2025 subscription for £445, allowing unlimited delegate attendance at meetings. Founded in 1985, the group has undergone several name changes but remains independent of CCH. It now consists of various product sub-groups related to tax, accounting, and practice management. Members find the membership benefits exceed costs compared to traditional seminars. Potential members are encouraged to contact the Group Chairman for inquiries or to apply. Members can also engage in discussions and updates through a Support Portal group.
    Scottish User Group (SCUG) Meetings
    The Scottish User Group (ScUG) fosters collaboration among Wolters Kluwer customers, providing a platform for firms to share knowledge and best practices. Established in 2001, it currently includes about 50 members from 26 firms across Scotland. Meetings, held biannually, feature product updates from Wolters Kluwer and discussions on pertinent topics like tax legislation and operational efficiency. Members are encouraged to participate actively and suggest agenda topics. The next meeting is scheduled for March 19, 2026, at the Apex Dunblane Hydro Hotel. Interested individuals can contact Anne Melville for membership details.
    How to Join the Scottish User Group (SCUG)
    The Scottish User Group (SUG) offers Wolters Kluwer customers a platform for networking, learning, and influence. Members gain direct access to experts, share best practices, engage in topical discussions, and can customize their participation. The group fosters a supportive peer network focused on practical applications rather than sales. New members are welcome, and interested firms can contact the Secretary, Anne Melville, for more information. Additionally, members can join the SUG group on the Support Portal for updates and interactions within the community.