Preparing a Submission and Content
The ad hoc subcommittee is responsible for consulting and soliciting input from the membership to develop a well‐rounded submission.
In preparing a submission it is important to ensure that:
- the appropriate format, spirit and intent is apparent;
- sufficient consultation has occurred within the Section and/or the whole of the CBA-NL membership;
- all aspects of the issue have been canvassed in a balanced manner, and the resulting conclusion represents a consensus;
- where a consensus is not achievable, the submission acknowledges differing interests and opinions;
- the submission is expressed in a language and form which will be understood by its intended audience and, in particular the submission is consistent or compatible with existing CBA-NL and CBA policies;
- the submission describes background and purpose and can be understood without reference to other documentation;
- all conclusions are supported by clearly expressed reasons;
- all conclusions and reasons are well supported by fact, law and policy;
- the tone is dispassionate and objective, reflecting the professionalism and dignity of the CBA-NL;
- the quality of appearance and style is consistent with CBA-NL and CBA standards; and the submission is consistent or compatible with existing CBA-NL and CBA policy.
The Branch Executive Director can provide administrative support in the consultation and preparation of the submission.
See next section for submission drafting guidelines.