Proposals
Social Media Policy
'Social media' is the term commonly given to web-based tools which allow users to interact with each other in some way - by sharing information, opinions, knowledge and interests.
Current examples include, blogs, vlogs, message boards, websites (for example Shooting-The-Breeze), social networking sites (such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn), content sharing websites (such as Instagram, Snapchat and YouTube), and group & direct chat methods (for example WhatsApp, iMessage). This is not an exhaustive list.
This Policy will also apply to any new or emerging technologies or systems which may develop in the future.
It is important to remember that you are responsible for what you post on the internet, social media, group chats and so on.
Members must follow the following guidelines:
o    Do not engage in activities that might bring the Club into disrepute.
o    Do not use the Club logo without written permission.
o    Do not reveal information which is confidential to the Club.
o    Do not include contact details or photographs of club members without their permission.
o    Any dispute with the club or fellow members should be settled via private communication and not via social media.
o    Under no circumstance should offensive comments be made about the Club, committee, or colleagues on social media or the internet. This may amount to cyber-bullying or defamation and may be deemed a disciplinary offence under the club's bylaws.
Members need to be aware that anything they publish on social media or the internet that could either directly or indirectly adversely reflect upon Millride FTC (the Club) and its reputation may be deemed a disciplinary offence under the club's bylaws.

1)  Proposed By: Phil Gee and Roy Boliver

REASON: Arising from incidents during 2023 the constitution should include  a clause to specifically say that bringing the Club into disrepute via social media platforms is a disciplinary matter.