What the site expects of contributors:
• To avoid disagreements and disputes
• To have one account only
• They do not post anything that:
o Brings the BBKA or its staff into disrepute
o Breaches confidentiality, data protection or copyright
o Offends or insults
o Encourages, supports or promotes illegal activity
o Uses or encourages derogatory comments
o Uses the BBKA’s brand or visual identity in a damaging way
• Contributors are expected to be polite and respectful towards all forum users including the Forum Moderators and BBKA employees.
• That any claimed "facts" are backed up by science/direct experience
• An understanding that this is an adult group so is moderated at that level.
• The views expressed in this group are those of the individuals who post them and do not represent an “official” BBKA stance unless expressly stated.
• All views are welcome, but courtesy is key: avoid the use of derogatory language at all times. The site represents all levels of experience and has a growing group with thousands of members.
• Contributors should take every opportunity to educate the general public about honeybees, beekeeping and pollinators, understanding that Beekeeping is an exceptionally complex subject.
The site moderators will:
• Review, post and respond to comments in a timely manner.
• Welcome constructive criticism.
• Read all comments posted.
• Moderate (delete) negative views without positive suggestions.
• Block users who violate the rules as set out.
• Have the final say in modifying, interpreting, and enforcing this Code of Conduct.
• Act in a professional manner when engaging with users online. We will direct any individual discussions offline using a non-public communication route.
• To avoid disagreements and disputes
• To have one account only
• They do not post anything that:
o Brings the BBKA or its staff into disrepute
o Breaches confidentiality, data protection or copyright
o Offends or insults
o Encourages, supports or promotes illegal activity
o Uses or encourages derogatory comments
o Uses the BBKA’s brand or visual identity in a damaging way
• Contributors are expected to be polite and respectful towards all forum users including the Forum Moderators and BBKA employees.
• That any claimed "facts" are backed up by science/direct experience
• An understanding that this is an adult group so is moderated at that level.
• The views expressed in this group are those of the individuals who post them and do not represent an “official” BBKA stance unless expressly stated.
• All views are welcome, but courtesy is key: avoid the use of derogatory language at all times. The site represents all levels of experience and has a growing group with thousands of members.
• Contributors should take every opportunity to educate the general public about honeybees, beekeeping and pollinators, understanding that Beekeeping is an exceptionally complex subject.
The site moderators will:
• Review, post and respond to comments in a timely manner.
• Welcome constructive criticism.
• Read all comments posted.
• Moderate (delete) negative views without positive suggestions.
• Block users who violate the rules as set out.
• Have the final say in modifying, interpreting, and enforcing this Code of Conduct.
• Act in a professional manner when engaging with users online. We will direct any individual discussions offline using a non-public communication route.
