nom-steer is used to debate issues relating to Nominet, the Domain Name System and, in particular, the work of the Policy Advisory  Body (PAB). The Nominet Board, PAB representatives and our management both read and contribute to nom-steer, although their views should not be construed as official statements.

Although all members are encouraged to take part in nom-steer discussions, subscription to the forum is optional and in practice 25 per cent of the total membership subscribes. As such, the views expressed on nom-steer may not represent the majority of the membership.

Although many of our staff are able to access nom-steer, they do not usually contribute to the list discussions in a personal capacity.

We may occasionally post to nom-steer in order to clarify facts and correct any inaccuracies in discussions.

Sometimes, the Nominet management team will respond to individual posters "off-list" in order to request further information or clarify the viewpoint that has been expressed.

Some members of the Nominet Board and the Policy Advisory Body subscribe to nom-steer. Their contributions to the discussions may represent their own personal views on issues and should not be construed as official Nominet statements.

Appointed representatives of the Policy Advisory Body - who are not members of Nominet - are able to subscribe to nom-steer if they wish to.

Candidates who are standing for election to the Nominet Board or the Policy Advisory Body - and who are not members of Nominet - may subscribe to nom-steer in the run-up to the election.

We reserve the right to remove any materials that in our reasonable opinion are defamatory, offensive or unintelligible.