Sidan 35 - the_constitution_2009

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§ 10 General rules
Clause 1
A local branch cannot discontinue without the approval of the district board. If a
local branch discontinues, all its assets shall be transferred to the party district.
Clause 2
Additional clauses to the rules for a local branch can be adopted at the annual general
meeting of the local branch. Such clauses must not conflict with or rescind the
content of the constitution.
Clause 3
Only the ordinary party congress can amend or set aside these rules. A local branch
may apply to the national board of the party for a dispensation from these rules.
Chapter 5 The rules for Social Democratic
associations and clubs
§ 1 The association/club’s purpose
The Social Democratic association is responsible for:
opinion forming in favour of the party, its ideas and policies,
shaping local Social Democratic policies in dialogue with the electors,
member development and contacts with members,
development of the value of membership.
§ 2 Organisation
The social democratic association/club is the local organisation of the party. Its area
of operation is set out in the organisation plan of the local branch.
§ 3 Membership and fees
Clause 1
Membership in the association/club is granted to every person who recognises the
party’s constitution.