Rules which apply during Convention

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• ID badges must be worn at all times in clear view.  Those not in possession of a badge will not be permitted into any of the competitions or concert
• Contestants are asked to comply with the wishes of the organising committee, stewards and volunteers
• Contestants are asked to be in the INEC Lobby (outside the Auditorium) 10 minutes before their stage time.
• No 'fifth wheeling' - joining in without invitation when a quartet is singing
• Silence must be observed while singers are tuning up and performing on stage 
• Children under the age of 5 are not permitted into the Competitions or Concerts
• All performers must adhere to the programme times or incur penalties.  
• Food and/beverages may not be taken into the auditorium
• Cameras and/or recording equipment of any kind must not be used in the auditorium.
• Smoking is not allowed in any Irish public building, bar, restaurant or transport system
• Mobile phones must be switched off in the auditorium at all times