Lion Ti

Households

1) Traditionally a household is a sub-unit of the clan tracing its ancestry four generations from a common forefather. A Tuatha du Bhriain household need not share a blood line, however, the relationship between the members must be clearly demonstrated (i.e. householder, adopted sons, retainer, bondsmen, etc.)

2) Members may attempt to join any household they wish.

3) Clansmen have the right to form their own household.

4) A minimum of five full voting members is required to form a household.

5) Each household must have a Ceann Ti (head of the household)

6) Households may set any standards they wish providing they do not conflict with clan law.

1. All households are formed with the understanding that they are a sub-unit of the clan and are subordinate to the clan and must not set their household needs before the needs of the clan.

7) Each household owes 50 man-hours of work each year to be devoted to clan projects.

8) Households must submit a copy of their charter and crest (or name) to the Chieftain to be reviewed with the Fili and Ard-Draoi for compliance with clan policy. A copy of the approved charter must be filed with the Sencha.

9) Households are free to induct members by their own standards.

10) Households are responsible for the actions of its members.

1. The Ceann Ti of a household is ultimately responsible for the actions of his household.

11) Once there are four or more households, each household will be encouraged to host at least one clan event each year. Outlay of funds, invitations and cover charges will still be decided upon by the clan.