Irish National Committee of the Blue Shield

In order to carry out its mission:

The INCBS will apply to The International Committee of the Blue Shield in the Hague for formal recognition. The INCBS will consist of two representatives of each of the nominating bodies who will carry out their functions as independent members and not as representatives. The INCBS will conduct its business as an autonomous body but in accordance with the princi

ples of The International Committee of the Blue Shield. The INCBS will conduct its business in the following manner:

i. Members will serve a maximum of four years and be eligible for reappointment for a further term of four years. Of the two nominees of each body, for the first term one will be nominated for two years only to ensure a cycle of regular rotation of membership as well as continuity from committee to committee. Those nominated to a short term of membership of the INCBS will be eligible on completion of their two year term for nomination for a subsequent four year term. The INCBS will meet as often as necessary but in any event not less often than twice a year, one of which meetings will be designated the Annual General Meeting at which elections will take place and the rules of the organisation approved or amended as required. The INCBS shall elect the following officers: chairman, secretary and tresurer to serve a four year term. Officers may serve for a maximum of two terms. The INCBS will agree to its own rules to govern its business in accordance with the conventions of the International Committee of the Blue Shield. The INCBS will conduct its business and financial affairs in accordance with the highest standards and shall provide an annual report to the nominating bodies. The committee can co-opt additional individuals with appropriate expertise.