At the outset everyone must consent prior to being put into a WhatsApp Group as their 
telephone number will be visible to all within the group, and personal telephone numbers 
cannot be communicated without consent.
1. This is a workplace group. It has been set up by [INSERT], who will act as administrator. 
They are not “moderators”.
2. This group is intended as a convenient way to distribute information to colleagues 
quickly and efficiently and for colleagues to communicate easily with each other 
regarding work matters
3. Such a group is set up in a spirit of informal communication amongst a group of persons 
sharing the same common interest. In keeping with that spirit, it is not the intention 
that there ought to be an overly legalistic attitude towards its operation. However, the 
following ought to be adhered to:
a. The group is not to be used to discuss non-work related issues.
b. The group should not be used to express personal opinions or post private 
messages.