PURPOSE OF THE CODE
RITA requires its members to accept and abide by its Code of Professional Conduct as a condition of membership. The Code sets out in detail the standards of professional conduct required and includes a number of specific rules for self-employed members.

The standards concern integrity, honesty, self-discipline, diligence and professional competence. The Code is intended to give RITA members clear guidance about how to conduct themselves. It is also of value to employers, customers and the community by demonstrating the standard of behaviour they can expect of RITA approved members.

TO WHOM DOES THE CODE APPLY?
The code applies to members of RITA in all membership categories. Every member has a duty to accept and abide by this Code as a condition of RITA membership.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN MEMBERS DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE CODE?
RITA's disciplinary powers and procedures as set down and agreed by the establishment meeting and reviewed annually. This provides that RITA can suspend or disqualify members found to be 'guilty of unprofessional conduct or of conduct prejudicially affecting the reputation of the organisation'.

RITA Steering Group Terms of Reference

1. PURPOSE OF STEERING GROUP:
   To provide leadership and advice on the direction and activities of RITA.
2. OBJECTIVES:
   To manage effectively and be accountable for any financial or other resources made available to RITA.
   To act as a voice for and to represent members of RITA.
   To monitor and review at least quarterly the achievement of RITA objectives.
   To establish and review, at least annually, the membership of RITA.
   To establish, maintain and improve agreed quality standards and competencies of RITA members.
3. MEMBERSHIP OF STEERING GROUP:
   The Steering Group shall consist of a maximum of 11 elected members plus a representative of The Chamber
   A term of office is normally 2 years with an option for re-election.
   Elections will be held annually with 50% of the Committee stand down each year.
   Nomination of RITA Steering Group membership will be sought 8 weeks prior to election.
4. MEMBERSHIP:
   Membership of RITA is open to all Coventry & Warwickshire ICT companies, businesses & professionals. The membership list will be held on the RITA web site.
5. REPORTING:
   The Steering Group will keep the membership informed of its activities through the RITA web site and membership meetings held on a quarterly basis or more frequently if so required.