RULES OF PROCEDURERecap

Quorum – one fourth of the committee

Motions in order- Roll Call- Motion to set agenda: 2 speakers lists, one in favour and one against- @ least 2 speakers from each side- Motion to close debate: once 2 is done,

recognize 2 speakers against closing debate followed by voting= two thirds majority

Immediately proceed to vote on the motion: simple majority

Motion to open the General Speakers List setting the time at 1min or 1min 30 sec or Chair declares it open.

Moderated CaucusUnmoderated causus

Closure of Debate: two-thirds majority

Suspension or Adjournment of the Meeting

Postponement and Resumption of debate: postponement – two thirds majority, two speakers for and against; resume debate- simple majority, two speakers for and against

Resolutions:- May be introduced when it receives the approval of the EB- Amendments need the approval of the Director and signatories- Friendly and Unfriendly amendments- 2/3 majority vote required for amendments to pass