Committees are formed to support actuaries working in different practice areas and to deliver on the Society’s goals in expanding the skills and reputation of actuaries. Some examples of active Committees are the Life, General, Pensions, Healthcare, ERM, Finance & Investment and Demography Committees. Each committee contributes to supporting the overall goals of the Society by supporting the members within its practice area. This is achieved through organising relevant and topical CPD events, contributing to the development of the regulatory framework, championing the development of knowledge and research and, where relevant, developing and maintaining the actuarial standards that are specific to their practice area. Most Committees meet every four to six weeks from September to July.