Dear BCUK bloggers,

Once more, we are adding to the ever-growing number of new tabs to the top left of the BCUK homepage. The latest addition is the most exciting yet - from tomorrow, you'll be able to make your own groups!
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Your new group will have its own blog, where other bloggers can read, write and comment on whatever topic your group is on.

Each user may create up to ten groups and join as many as he/she wants. Please note that groupblogs will be slightly different from 'normal' blogs, in that they will have advertising on them (which, of course, Pro users will not see). Also, the design options are currently limited to the default designs.

To start your own group, just click on the 'Groups' tab and then on 'Start your own group here'. You'll then have to choose one of three group types:
Open - anyone can join.
Restricted - you must be accepted by the group moderator.
Closed - you can only join if invited by a member of the group.

You'll also have to choose various privacy settings - post moderation, post visibility in recent posts list, and tag permissions.

As always, we are very interested in hearing your feedback and suggestions for improvement.