This is the rule change, passed in 2003, that reaffirmed RMT's affiliation to the Labour but also allowed the union to back other candidates who support the union's policy objectives. The Labour Party expelled RMT as a consequence of the passing of this rule change and RMT's subsequent support for the Scottish Socialist Party.

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CHANGE OF RULE - FUTURE OF THE RMT POLITICAL FUND

New Clause 26:

That this Union shall affiliate to the Labour Party. The Council of Executive may be, from time to time, requested by Branches or Regional Council to explicitly authorise support for other organisations or campaigns in pursuance of the Union's policy objectives, subject to not breaching the provisions of these Rules. Any such request should be placed in front of the Council of Executives within fourteen days of its receipt at Head Office."

Renumber existing Clauses 26 to 27.