"Schedule 8 - Code of Conduct for players
The highest standards are expected in appearance, conduct and behaviour.
The player will: b) Set a positive example for others... in all aspects of being a professional rugby player such as physical appearance and demeanour.
e) Not wear branding/logos, other than those of RFU sponsors.
y) Not discuss, publish or disclose at any time any information about any aspect of playing for England that would cause offence to any member of the RFU, England squad or management.
z) Avoid compromising situations which may become public and thus bring discredit on themselves, the team and the game:
Players are prohibited from bringing unknown guests back to team hotels (without management approval).
Guidance will be given on post match entertainment by the England Team Manager for each match.
Advice from the medical team regarding consumption of alcohol must be adhered to.
Schedule 9 - Teamship rules
1. No bad language will be tolerated at any time other than within private meetings or training sessions.
7. If you are not selected you are to congratulate the player selected in your position immediately, and face to face.
9. You will not discuss, write or disclose at any time any information about any aspect of playing for England that would cause offence to any team-mate, coaches or management. What happens within the England camp stays within the England camp and remains confidential indefinitely.
10. Support each other in the media. Any contentious issues to be dealt with face-to-face and in private - not via the press."
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