The vote on policy changes was triggered by a minimum number of comments required on proposed changes.

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The minimum number of signatures required to launch a referendum has been cut, but it is still a tenth of the electorate, on average.

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The move was made in order to maintain the minimum number of directors required by Avon, and Ross is expected to step down once the company finds a new, independent director.

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George O'Grady, the chief executive of the European Tour, was delighted at the news, particularly as the minimum required number of events for a player to compete in has risen from 12 to 13.

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In addition, judges would be required to have a minimum number of years as a qualified lawyer under their belts before being appointed.

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