7. 6.3 Where a federation of trade unions has become consolidated into one trade union, it shall be regarded and represented in all the structures, fora and activities of the congress as a single trade union, regardless of the formation of the sub-unions; such sub-unions shall have no right to separate or direct membership of the Congress. 6.4 Application for membership shall be made in a manner prescribed by the General Council and shall be submitted to the General Council together with applicant‟s Constitution stating that it shall follow policies, objectives and abide by the decisions of the Congress relating to membership statistics, audited financial statements of accounts or any other information requested by the Secretary General of the Congress or by the General Council. 6.5 An application for full membership shall be considered by the General Council at every meeting. 6.6 Membership of an affiliate union shall be determined on an annual basis as declared by 31 December. Any changes in membership (increase/decrease) shall be reported to the Congress and is subject to verification by Credentials Committee. Unions who suffer a decline in membership may apply to the Congress for exemption of dues. 6.7 Organizations and cooperation that do not qualify for full membership status upon payment of a fee determined by the General Council, but shall not be entitled to vote. DUTIES OPF AFFLIATES AND MEMBERS 7.1 It shall be the duty of every member of the Congress to: 7.2 Uphold, defend and advance the principles, aims and objectives of the Congress. 7.3 Uphold and promote inter-union solidarity. 7.4 Submit a copy of its audited financial statements as soon as it becomes available on an annual basis. 7.5 Pay its dues in such an amount and manner as prescribed by the General Council from time to time. 7.6 Attend and participate meaningfully in all meetings or Conferences of the Congress or any of its organs and inform its membership at all levels about Congress policies and resolutions. 7.7 Defend the unity and integrity of the labour movement and interest of the working class. 7.8 To create and include a young workers structure from branch level up to national level in their constitution. Page 5 of 25