Submitted by arjanvlaskamp on Thu, 12/22/2011 - 14:58
Rule 7: Language
The official and working language of EuroMUN shall be English. All documents and statements shall be made available in that language.
Rule 8: Courtesy
Delegates shall, at all times, show courtesy and respect to other delegates, members of the Secretariat and Staff. Any violations shall be subject to reprimand by the Chairperson or the Secretariat according to Rules 46 or 47 respectively, depending on the severity of the infraction.
Rule 9: Address
Delegates shall, where possible, address the Committee in standing, and do so only after having been granted the right to the floor by the Chairperson.
Rule 10: National and Political Symbols
Whilst on the premises or in facilities of official business, no delegate shall exhibit symbols of a nationalist or political character. The arbitration on this issue rests with the Chairperson of the respective committee.
Rule 11: Participation of Observers / NGOs
1. Representatives of accredited observers and NGOs shall be given the opportunity to participate in the proceedings of any committee in open session. Should an Observer desire to attend a closed session, he or she shall make a written “request for participation” to the Chairperson of the respective Committee. Granting the right to attend a closed session is at the discretion of the Chairperson.
2. In Committees in open session, observers have the same rights as full members and may vote on any procedural motions or points. They, however, are not allowed to sign or vote on resolutions or amendments
Rule 12: Attendance of Journalists
1. Accredited journalists are given permission to attend proceedings of any Committee they wish, provided that the respective Committee is in open session. Journalists are not allowed in Committees in closed session. They shall have the opportunity to hold a press conference upon the end of the proceedings of a Committee in closed session.
2. Journalists may interview delegates at the personal discretion of the latter.
3. Journalists shall have the opportunity to publish a daily newspaper and produce TV reports. If so needed, they shall receive necessary technical assistance from the Secretariat.
Rule 13: Plagiarism
Plagiarism of resolutions and working papers is outlawed at EuroMUN and if detected it may lead to the exclusion of the document from the discussion at the discretion of the Chairperson or the Legal Service.
Rule 14: Use of Electronic Devices
All electronic devices that are not contributory to debate or the progress of the committee on the topic or serve primarily an entertainment function (Mobile Phones, MP3 Player etc.) are to be switched off during formal session.
The use of portable computers is acceptable only when the committee is suspended for an unmoderated caucus or is otherwise not engaged in session.