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== 2020 CheckUser and Oversight appointments: announcement ==

The Arbitration Committee is seeking to [[WP:CUOS2020|appoint additional editors to the Checkuser and Oversight teams]]. The arbitrators overseeing this will be Bradv, KrakatoaKatie, and Xeno. 

The usernames of all applicants will be shared with the [[WP:FUNK|Functionaries team]], and they will assist in the vetting process.

This year's timeline is as follows:

* 7 September to 19 September: Candidates may self-nominate by contacting the Arbitration Committee at {{NoSpamEmail|arbcom-en-c|wikimedia.org}}. 
* 20 September to 23 September: The Arbitration Committee and Functionaries will vet the candidates.
* 24 September to 26 September: The committee will notify candidates going forward for community consultation and create the candidate subpages containing the submitted nomination statements.
* 27 September to 7 October: Nomination statements will be published and the candidates are invited to answer questions publicly. The community is invited and encouraged to participate.
* By 14 October: Appointments will be announced.

For the Arbitration Committee, <span style="color: #9932CC">[[:User:KrakatoaKatie|Katie]]<sup>[[User talk:KrakatoaKatie|talk]]</sup></span> 22:58, 6 September 2020 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''[[Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47#2020 CheckUser and Oversight appointments: announcement]]'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 22:59, 6 September 2020 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Proposed motion for amendment to arbitration procedures: prohibition of multiple roles ==

The Arbitration Committee is considering [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Motions#Amendment_to_arbitration_procedures%3A_prohibition_of_multiple_roles|'''a motion''']] to amend its procedures to prohibit sitting arbitrators from serving as members of the Ombuds Commission or the WMF Case Review Committee in accordance with [[Wikipedia:Village_pump_(policy)#RFC:_Multiple_roles_for_active_arbitrators|a community RfC]]. Comments on the motion are welcome at [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Motions#Amendment_to_arbitration_procedures%3A_prohibition_of_multiple_roles|'''the motion page''']]. For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|Kevin]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 18:19, 7 September 2020 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Proposed motion for amendment to arbitration procedures: prohibition of multiple roles}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 18:20, 7 September 2020 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Arbitration motion regarding an amendment to arbitration procedures: prohibition of multiple roles ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/977567458#Amendment to arbitration procedures: prohibition of multiple roles|motion]] that:

<blockquote>Based on the outcome of the community discussion at [[Wikipedia:Village pump (policy)#RFC: Multiple roles for active arbitrators]], the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Procedures|Arbitration Committee procedures]] are amended by adding a new Section 1.6, providing:
{{ivmbox|''To avoid any potential conflicts of interest, current arbitrators may not serve as members of either the [[Meta:Ombuds Commission|Ombuds Commission]] or the [[Meta:Trust_and_Safety/Case_Review_Committee|WMF Case Review Committee]] while serving as arbitrators.''}}</blockquote>

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 16:55, 9 September 2020 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Arbitration motion regarding an amendment to arbitration procedures: prohibition of multiple roles}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 16:55, 9 September 2020 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Proposed arbitration motion regarding ''Abortion'' 1RR ==

The Arbitration Committee is considering '''[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Clarification_and_Amendment#Motion:_Abortion|a motion]]''' to formally vacate general 1RR sanctions in the Abortion topic area, leaving the existing standard discretionary sanctions scheme in place. Community statements are welcome at '''[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Clarification_and_Amendment#Clarification_request:_Abortion|the clarification request]]'''. For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|Kevin]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 18:39, 14 September 2020 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Proposed arbitration motion regarding Abortion 1RR}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 18:39, 14 September 2020 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

==Temporary change to email address for Oversight==

The OTRS system is going to undergo major upgrades starting in a few hours, and lasting 2-3 days.  In the interim, to ensure that Oversight is still available to the community, the email address has temporarily been changed to {{no spam|oversight-l|lists.wikimedia.org}}, which is usually the private, non-archiving mailing list used by oversighters to discuss requests.  Additional moderators will be on duty during this time.  The email address attached to [[User:Oversight]] has been changed over, and people are urged to use that method for making oversight requests.  Other pages that contain the email address will also be modified.   

On behalf of the Oversight team, [[User:Risker|Risker]] ([[User talk:Risker|talk]]) 00:28, 14 September 2020 (UTC)

*Noting that the OTRS upgrade has now been completed, and everything is now being returned to normal.  

*On behalf of the Oversight team, [[User:Risker|Risker]] ([[User talk:Risker|talk]]) 15:16, 16 September 2020 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Temporary change to email address for Oversight}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 01:53, 14 September 2020 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Functionary applications closing soon ==

Applications to [[WP:CUOS2020|join the CheckUser and Oversight teams]] will close September 19 at 2359 UTC. Those interested should contact the Arbitration Committee by sending a request to {{nospam|arbcom-en-c|wikimedia.org}}. 

<span style="color: #9932CC">[[:User:KrakatoaKatie|Katie]]<sup>[[User talk:KrakatoaKatie|talk]]</sup></span> 13:10, 18 September 2020 (UTC)
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== Arbitration motion regarding ''Abortion'' ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/979760477#Motion:_Abortion|motion]] that:
{{ivmbox|The one-revert restriction on all articles related to abortion, authorized by the community [[Special:Permalink/416868842#Alternative to Topic block of User:WikiManOne.... General Sanctions on Abortion articles|here]] and modified by the Arbitration Committee in the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Abortion#Discretionary sanctions|Abortion arbitration case]], is formally taken over by the committee and vacated. Discretionary sanctions remain authorized for all pages related to abortion, broadly construed.}}
For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|Kevin]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 16:59, 22 September 2020 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Arbitration motion regarding Abortion}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 17:00, 22 September 2020 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== 2020 CheckUser and Oversight appointments: Community consultation phase open ==

The community consultation portion of the [[WP:CUOS2020|functionary appointment process]] is now open. Editors may ask up to two (2) questions of each candidate (similar to [[WP:RFA|RFA rules]]). However, since this is a consultation and not a !vote, please refrain from phrasing comments in a support/oppose/neutral fashion. 

The Arbitration Committee invites editors to comment and ask questions until 23:59 UTC on October 7, 2020.

<span style="color: #9932CC">[[:User:KrakatoaKatie|Katie]]<sup>[[User talk:KrakatoaKatie|talk]]</sup></span> 19:06, 26 September 2020 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|2020 CheckUser and Oversight appointments: Community consultation phase open}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 19:07, 26 September 2020 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Changes to functionary team ==

At his request by email to the committee, the CheckUser and Oversight permissions of {{u|Yunshui}} are removed. The Arbitration Committee sincerely thanks Yunshui for his long service as a functionary. 

<span style="color: #9932CC">[[:User:KrakatoaKatie|Katie]]<sup>[[User talk:KrakatoaKatie|talk]]</sup></span> 14:03, 5 October 2020 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Changes to functionary team}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 14:13, 5 October 2020 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Arbitration motion regarding ''Portals'' ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/983700816#Motion:_Portals|motion]] that:

{{ivmbox|Remedies 1 & 2 of the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Portals|Portals case]] are temporarily lifted, only at [[Wikipedia:Requests for adminship/BrownHairedGirl 2]] and related pages, and only until the conclusion of the RfA process.}} [[User:BrownHairedGirl| ]]

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|Kevin]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 19:13, 15 October 2020 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Arbitration motion regarding Portals}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 19:13, 15 October 2020 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== 2020 CheckUser and Oversight appointments: Candidates appointed ==

The Arbitration Committee is pleased to appoint the following users to the [[WP:FUNC|functionary team]]:

* {{userlinks|Anarchyte}} is appointed as an Oversighter.
* {{userlinks|EdJohnston}} is appointed as a CheckUser.
* {{userlinks|Oshwah}} is appointed as a CheckUser.
* {{userlinks|Yamla}} is appointed as a CheckUser.

The Committee thanks the community and all of the candidates for helping to bring this process to a successful conclusion.

For the Arbitration Committee,

<span style="color: #9932CC">[[:User:KrakatoaKatie|Katie]]<sup>[[User talk:KrakatoaKatie|talk]]</sup></span> 03:15, 16 October 2020 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|2020 CheckUser and Oversight appointments: Candidates appointed}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 03:28, 16 October 2020 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Anti-harassment RfC closed ==

In a [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Fram#Remedies|prior case]], the Arbitration Committee mandated that '''[[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Anti-harassment RfC|a request for comment]]''' be held on {{tq|1=how harassment and private complaints should be handled in the future}}. This request for comment has now been closed with the following summary:

{{ivmbox|1=In this RFC the community was asked to weigh in on 8 topics of concern regarding Wikipedia editors ("editors"), the Arbitration Committee (ArbCom), Trust & Safety (T&S), and the Wikimedia Foundation (WMF). There were common themes presented across some of the questions, so if a related question contains similar themes that will be indicated in parentheses  (e.g. "Q1"). Please note that while there may be proposals listed that arose during this discussion, any significant/policy changes to ArbCom must go through the standard processes as described in the Overview.

One of the overarching themes of responses to the questions was that ArbCom will always be under ''some'' form of scrutiny or displeasure from certain areas of the community. However, since they were elected to be trusted members of the community, they should do their best knowing that a majority of users supported their term when they were elected (Q1). However, that does not mean they should be entirely absent from ArbCom proceedings (Q6) or jump too quickly to conclusions when it comes to the presumption of innocence (Q5).

; Q1, on the matter of private evidence impacting sanctions
: ArbCom, by its very nature, will occasionally have cases that involve private evidence - be it email correspondence or links to off-wiki websites - that cannot be publicly displayed in the public-facing case evidence. This private evidence is of most concern when it is the sole (or majority) reason for a case being opened and/or sanctions being filed; multiple examples were given where the results of a case were given without one being formally opened on-wiki, or where supposedly "private" information was actually present in diffs on-wiki the entire time. 
: While many agreed that private evidence should stay private, there were a few main suggestions regarding how ArbCom should deal with private information:
:* ArbCom should disclose if/when private information is being used to inform the case
:* ArbCom should "categorise" any private evidence so interested parties would know the provenance of said information
:* ArbCom should open a public case report, even if the evidence is 100% private, so that editors are aware that a discussion is taking place
:* ArbCom should only use private information when absolutely necessary - if sanctions and/or findings of fact can be based on public/on-wiki evidence, then that should be prioritised (Q2)

; Q2, on fear of retaliation
: To summarize multiple editors' opinions in this section, "there is no easy solution" to the issue of retaliation as a result of harassment and subsequent case filing. That being said, many of the editors agreed that if the information is public then the case should be handled publicly and not behind closed doors (Q1). Additionally, admins should be more willing to do what is necessarily “lower down” in places like ANI, and bump cases to ArbCom after these interventions are shown to be ineffective (Q7). While there was a suggestion for some form of intermediate location for cases to be handled between ANI and ArbCom, there was no significant agreement on what that should look like; among the ideas were bringing back RFC/U, having some form of formal mediation process between the users (Q8), or having the functionaries act as some form of private investigators vetting private information before it reaches ArbCom.
: One supported suggestion was to allow third-party filings to ArbCom in an effort to minimize retaliation on the harassed/concerned editor.

; Q3, on responding to allegations
: This question follows on rather heavily from Q2, but focused more on the accused rather than the complainant. Many editors agreed that evidence should not be kept secret from the accused, except when it comes down to the safety of the complainant; if there are specific threats and/or information that could be used in retaliation, T&S should be contacted first (Q8). If there ''is'' private information, the complainant should be asked what information they would be willing to release publicly.
: While the idea that "innocent until proven guilty" (Q5) was used a lot, significantly more people indicated that we (Wikipedia ''or'' ArbCom) are not a legal system, and so that should not be assumed; principles, not any specific rule or formulae should be used in relation to the accused. However, it was felt that there is an imbalance between accuser and accused, and that mediation (Q2, Q8) may be helpful to level that imbalance.

; Q4, on unsubstantiated claims
: This question had a fairly straight-forward consensus; all editors should be treated with respect and politeness, but there is nothing either the community or ArbCom can do to interrupt the "unpleasant dynamic" of unsubstantiated complaints and filings. A certain amount of "tough skin" is needed to edit Wikipedia, but ArbCom should not be used as therapy.

; Q5, on plausible deniability
: As mentioned in Q3, there is no "right" to a presumption of innocence. That being said, there was expressed a concern that there should not be any sanction unless there is a clear violation of policy; off-wiki links with no verification should be treated carefully. As every case is different, it is difficult if not impossible to write "rules" around this issue; ArbCom should use common sense and deal with limited available evidence on a case-by-case basis

; Q6, on the arbitration environment
: There was a fairly consistent response to this question advocating for more/better patrolling of ArbCom proceedings, in particular by the clerks. This includes word limits, lack of diffs (especially when accusations are made), and civility/arguing concerns; clerks should also be doing a better job of communicating with those who have "broken" the rules to get clarifications and/or indicate that their edits were removed for technical/procedural reasons rather than any sort of "point of view" suppression.
: One supported proposal was to have ArbCom cases written in "[[c2:DocumentMode]]", where a case is presented more like an article (with clerks summarizing and updating a single document) and less like a half-threaded discussion between members (which can become heated/unproductive)

; Q7, on unblockables
: Much like Q2, there is no clear definition or easy solution to "unblockables"; everyone is cantankerous at some point, and we ''should'' all be treated equally. Opinions were highly variable, including many that felt there are no changes needed or that ''everything'' should be dealt with on a case-by-case basis, but the following were some of the most prevalent suggestions among the participants:
:* Admonishments and/or final warnings should be much more frequent, and actually enforced
:* Blocks should be handed out more frequently, but only as short-term blocks
:* Users with multiple (but un-sanctioned) cases at ANI, and/or those with lengthy block logs, should be looked at by ArbCom
:* More admin cases should be brought before ArbCom

; Q8, on the relationship with T&S
: Editors strongly feel that en-wiki issues should be handled "in-house", and only matters that affect the real world (Q2, Q3) should be passed to T&S. A better/improved dialogue between ArbCom and the WMF is also desired, with the Foundation and T&S passing along en-wiki-specific information to ArbCom to handle.
: There was a desire from some editors, expressed in this section as well in previous sections, for the WMF to hire/find/create resources and training for mediation and dispute resolution, which would hopefully mitigate some of the most prevalent civility/harassment issues present on Wikipedia.

To reiterate, this close summarizes the opinions and feelings of those who participated, and are not binding; any proposals or suggestions that change policy will still need to go through the formal procedures as outlined in the Overview.

Signed,
*[[User:Primefac|Primefac]] ([[User talk:Primefac|talk]]) 01:10, 19 October 2020 (UTC)
*'''[[User:L235|Kevin]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 01:13, 19 October 2020 (UTC)
}}
Best, '''[[User:L235|Kevin]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 02:23, 19 October 2020 (UTC)
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== Temporary checkuser privileges for scrutineers ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/984568965#Temporary checkuser privileges for scrutineers|motion]] that:

{{ivmbox|''On recommendation of the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration_Committee_Elections_December_2020/Coordination#Electoral_Commission|Electoral Commission]], temporary English Wikipedia checkuser privileges are granted to [[Meta:stewards|stewards]] [[meta:User:Mardetanha|Mardetanha]], [[meta:User:Martin_Urbanec|Martin Urbanec]], and [[meta:User:Tks4Fish|Tks4Fish]] solely for the purpose of their acting as [[Wikipedia:Arbitration_Committee_Elections_December_2020/Coordination#Scrutineers|scrutineers]] in the 2020 Arbitration Committee election.''}}

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 20:29, 20 October 2020 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Temporary checkuser privileges for scrutineers}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 20:30, 20 October 2020 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Arbitration motion regarding ''Horn of Africa'' ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/993315281#New_alternate_motion_(3-month_DS_trial)|motion]] that:

{{ivmbox|1=This case request is provisionally resolved by motion as follows:

; Standard [[WP:AC/DS|discretionary sanctions]] are authorized for all pages relating to the [[Horn of Africa]] (defined as including Ethiopia, Somalia, Eritrea, Djibouti, and adjoining areas if involved in related disputes) for a trial period of three months and until further decision of this Committee. After March 1, 2021 (or sooner if there is good reason), any editor may ask that this request be reopened for the purpose of evaluating whether the discretionary sanctions have been effective and should be made permanent or if a full case should be accepted to consider different or additional remedies.}}

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|KevinL]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 00:05, 10 December 2020 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Arbitration motion regarding Horn of Africa}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 00:06, 10 December 2020 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Arbitration motion regarding ''Antisemitism in Poland'' ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/994893759#Antisemitism_in_Poland:_Motion|motion]] that: <!--for ArbClerkBot's notification:-->[[User:Volunteer Marek| ]]

{{ivmbox|Remedy 4b of ''[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Antisemitism in Poland|Antisemitism in Poland]]'' ("Volunteer Marek topic-banned") is rescinded.}}

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|KevinL]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 02:36, 18 December 2020 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Arbitration motion regarding Antisemitism in Poland}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 02:36, 18 December 2020 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== 2021 Arbitration Committee ==

The Arbitration Committee welcomes the following new and returning arbitrators following their [[:en:WP:ACE2020|election]] by the community. The two-year terms of these arbitrators formally begin on 01 January 2021:

* {{userlinks|Barkeep49}}
* {{userlinks|BDD}}
* {{userlinks|Bradv}}
* {{userlinks|CaptainEek}}
* {{userlinks|L235}}
* {{userlinks|Maxim}}
* {{userlinks|Primefac}}

All incoming arbitrators have elected to receive (or retain, where applicable) the CheckUser and Oversight permissions. 

We also thank our outgoing colleagues whose terms end on 31 December 2020:
* {{userlinks|DGG}}
* {{userlinks|GorillaWarfare}}
* {{userlinks|Joe Roe}}
* {{userlinks|Mkdw}}

Outgoing arbitrators are eligible to retain the CheckUser and Oversight permissions, remain active on cases accepted before their term ended, and to remain subscribed to the functionaries' and arbitration clerks' mailing lists following their term on the committee. To that effect:
* Stewards are requested to remove the permission(s) noted from the following outgoing arbitrators after 31 December 2020 at their own request:
*: Oversight: Joe Roe
* Outgoing arbitrators are eligible to remain active on cases opened before their term ended if they wish. Whether or not outgoing arbitrators will remain active on any ongoing case(s) will be noted on the proposed decision talk page of affected case(s).
* All outgoing arbitrators will remain subscribed to the [[:en:WP:FUNC|functionaries' mailing list]]  
* DGG, Joe Roe, and Mkdw will be unsubscribed from the [[:en:WP:AC/C|arbitration clerks' mailing list]] at their request.

For the Arbitration Committee,

<span style="color: #9932CC">[[:User:KrakatoaKatie|Katie]]<sup>[[User talk:KrakatoaKatie|talk]]</sup></span> 01:56, 22 December 2020 (UTC)
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== ''Motion: The Rambling Man topic ban lifted'' enacted ==

[[Special:Permalink/997174156#Motion: The Rambling Man topic ban lifted|A motion]] regarding [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/The Rambling Man|The Rambling Man case]] at [[WP:ARCA|Requests for Clarification and Amendment]] has been enacted after it reached majority support. The motion is as follows:
{{ivmbox|{{u|The Rambling Man}} topic ban from the Did You Know? process ([[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/The_Rambling_Man#The_Rambling_Man_topic_banned|Remedy 9 in The Rambling Man case]]) is lifted, subject to a probationary period lasting six months from the date this motion is enacted. During this period, any uninvolved administrator may re-impose the topic ban as an arbitration enforcement action, subject to appeal only to the Arbitration Committee. If the probationary period elapses without incident, the topic ban is to be considered permanently lifted.}}

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 09:38, 30 December 2020 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Motion: The Rambling Man topic ban lifted enacted}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 09:38, 30 December 2020 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Luxofluxo unblocked ==

Following a successful appeal to the Arbitration Committee, {{user|Luxofluxo}} is unblocked subject to a one-account restriction and a topic ban from [[European School]]s. These restrictions may be appealed on-wiki after 6 months. For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User talk:Maxim|<span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="color:#FF7133;">Maxim</span><sub><small><span style="color:blue;">(talk)</span></small></sub></span>]]''' 00:04, 1 January 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Luxofluxo unblocked}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 00:04, 1 January 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Tendering resignation (Xeno) ==

I have very recently accepted an upcoming role with the Foundation to help facilitate the second phase of the [[meta:Universal Code of Conduct]] consultations investigating key enforcement questions. To protect the integrity of internal committee deliberations, I am humbly tendering my resignation from the Arbitration Committee.

Strong community governance is paramount to the ongoing health and longevity of our projects. My goal will be to ensure community concerns are clearly communicated and considered by the drafting committee while working to demonstrate that community enforcement mechanisms can adequately handle the additional burdens that may be placed on the Foundation and project volunteers by public policy changes.

I enjoyed working with last year's committee and look forward to serving the community in this more focused role. I hope that you will be willing to share with me any general or specific concerns concerning the Universal Code of Conduct, especially as it relates to enforcement. I will act as a conduit for community ideas, questions, and change requests.

Please feel free to let me know if you have any questions.

–[[User:xeno|<b style="font-family:verdana;color:#000">xeno</b>]][[user talk:xeno|<sup style="color:#000">talk</sup>]] 01:57, 6 January 2021 (UTC)

:'''[[Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47#Tendering resignation (Xeno)|Archived discussion this]]'''

== Changes to functionary team ==

At his own request, the Oversight permission of {{u|Someguy1221}} are removed.

In addition, in accordance with the policy on [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Procedures#CheckUser/Oversight permissions and inactivity|CheckUser and Oversighter inactivity]], the CheckUser rights of {{u|Berean Hunter}} are removed. 

The Arbitration Committee sincerely thanks Someguy1221 and Berean Hunter for their service as functionaries. 

For the Arbitration Committee,

<span style="color: #9932CC">[[:User:KrakatoaKatie|Katie]]<sup>[[User talk:KrakatoaKatie|talk]]</sup></span> 15:32, 8 January 2021 (UTC)
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== Change to the Checkuser team ==

Following a request to the Committee, the CheckUser permissions of {{user|Ivanvector}} have been restored. For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Barkeep49|Barkeep49]] ([[User_talk:Barkeep49|talk]]) 00:23, 15 January 2021 (UTC)
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== ''Motion: American politics 2 (1992 cutoff)'' enacted ==

A motion regarding the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/American_politics_2|American politics 2 case]] has been enacted after it reached majority support following a [[Special:Permalink/1001485112#Amendment request: American politics 2|Request for Amendment]]. The [[Special:Permalink/1001485112#Motion: American politics 2 (1992 cutoff)|motion]] is as follows:
{{ivmbox|[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/American_politics_2#Discretionary_sanctions_(1932_cutoff)|Remedy 1.2]] of the ''American politics 2'' case ("Discretionary sanctions (1932 cutoff)") is retitled "Discretionary sanctions (1992 cutoff)" and amended by replacing the words "post-1932 politics of the United States" with "post-1992 politics of the United States". Any sanctions or other restrictions imposed under the discretionary sanctions authorization to date shall remain in force unaffected.}}

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 22:33, 19 January 2021 (UTC)
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==[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Flyer22 and WanderingWanda|Flyer22 and WanderingWanda]] case dismissed ==

The Committee has received word that {{user|Flyer22 Frozen}} has [[Wikipedia:Deceased Wikipedians/2021|passed away]]. Accordingly, the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Flyer22 and WanderingWanda|currently open case]] is dismissed. We would like to express our heartfelt condolences to the family of Flyer22.

''Passed 9 to 0 on 17:35, 21 January 2021 (UTC)''

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:David Fuchs|<span style="color: #cc6600;">Der Wohltemperierte Fuchs</span>]] <sup><small>[[User talk:David Fuchs|<span style="color: #cc6600;">talk</span>]]</small></sup> 19:36, 21 January 2021 (UTC)
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== Donald1972 unblocked ==

Following an appeal to the Arbitration Committee, {{user|Donald1972}} has been unblocked, subject to a restriction from editing the [[Matthias Laurenz Gräff]] article. '''[[User talk:Maxim|<span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="color:#FF7133;">Maxim</span><sub><small><span style="color:blue;">(talk)</span></small></sub></span>]]''' 01:47, 28 January 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Donald1972 unblocked}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 01:48, 28 January 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== ''Motion: MONGO (alt)'' enacted ==

A motion regarding the [[Wikipedia:Requests for arbitration/MONGO|MONGO case]] has been enacted after it reached majority support following a [[Special:Permalink/1006332026#Amendment request: MONGO|Amendment request]]. The [[Special:Permalink/1006332026#Motion: MONGO (alt)|motion]] is as follows:
{{ivmbox|[[Wikipedia:Requests for arbitration/MONGO#Links to ED|Remedy 1]] of the ''MONGO'' case ("Links to ED") is amended to read, "Links to, and/or content from, Encyclopædia Dramatica may be removed wherever found on Wikipedia, absent explicit consensus for their inclusion."}}

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 09:26, 12 February 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Motion: MONGO (alt) enacted}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 09:27, 12 February 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Proposed changes to how Workshops in cases are run and used ==

Several motions have been proposed on the Committee's [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Motions#Case Workshops|public motions page relating to Case Workshops]]. These proposed motions change how Workshops are run and used, including making it optional. These motions will modify [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Procedures|the Arbitration Committee's procedures]]. Editors are welcome and encouraged to make comments in the "Community discussion" sections for each motion. A running total of votes for each motion can be viewed in [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Motions#Case_Workshops%3A_Implementation_notes|the implementation notes section]]. For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 20:07, 17 February 2021 (UTC)
: Discuss the motions at '''{{slink|Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Motions|Case Workshops}}'''. Discuss this notice at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Proposed changes to how Workshops in cases are run and used}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 20:08, 17 February 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== GeneralNotability appointed trainee clerk ==

The Arbitration clerks are pleased to welcome {{user|GeneralNotability}} to the clerk team as a trainee!

The Arbitration clerk team is often in need of new members, and any editor who would like to join the clerk team is welcome to apply by email to {{clerks-l}}.

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 00:00, 20 February 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|GeneralNotability appointed trainee clerk}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 00:00, 20 February 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Gender and sexuality standard discretionary sanctions authorized ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1008369085#Motion: Remedy transfer to Gender and sexuality shell case|motion]] that:

{{ivmbox|1=In order to promote consistency and reduce confusion, the arbitration clerks are directed to create a new arbitration case page under the name ''[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Gender and sexuality|Gender and sexuality]]'', with the following sole remedy: "[[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Discretionary sanctions|Standard discretionary sanctions]] are authorized for all edits about, and all pages related to, any gender-related dispute or controversy and associated people." For the avoidance of doubt, [[GamerGate]] is considered a gender-related dispute or controversy for the purposes of this remedy.

Clause (i) of [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/GamerGate#Discretionary_sanctions|Remedy 1.1]] of the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/GamerGate|''GamerGate'' case]] ("Discretionary sanctions") is rescinded. Sanctions previously issued in accordance with Remedy 1.1 of the ''GamerGate'' case will from this time on be considered ''Gender and sexuality'' sanctions. This motion does not invalidate any action previously taken under the ''GamerGate'' discretionary sanctions authorization. 

In order to preserve previous clarifications about the scope of these discretionary sanctions:
#''Gender and sexuality'' discretionary sanctions apply to any dispute regarding the proper article title, pronoun usage, or other manner of referring to any individual known to be or self-identifying as transgender. 
#''Gender and sexuality'' discretionary sanctions apply to any discussion regarding systemic bias faced by female editors or article subjects on Wikipedia, including any discussion involving the Gender Gap Task Force. 
#[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Manning_naming_dispute#Discretionary_sanctions_applicable|Remedy 15]] of the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Manning naming dispute|''Manning naming dispute'' case]] ("Discretionary sanctions applicable"), as amended, is rescinded. 
#The final clause of the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Manning naming dispute#Motion: Manning naming dispute (February 2019)|February 2019 ''Manning naming dispute'' motion]] (adding an amendment to the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Interactions_at_GGTF|''Interactions at GGTF'' case]]) is rescinded. 

The index of topics with an active discretionary sanctions provision will be updated with the new title, but previous references to ''GamerGate'' need not be updated. The arbitration enforcement log, however, should be updated for the current year. For prior years, the new name should be noted along with the old one. The arbitration clerks are also directed to update templates and documentation pages with the new name as appropriate. This motion should be recorded on the case pages of the ''GamerGate'' case, the new ''Gender and sexuality'' case, the ''Manning naming dispute'' case, and the ''Interactions at GGTF'' case.
}}

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 01:27, 23 February 2021 (UTC)
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== [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Kurds and Kurdistan]] closed ==

An arbitration case regarding [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Kurds and Kurdistan|Kurds and Kurdistan]] has now closed and the final decision is viewable at the link above. The following remedies have been enacted:

*[[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Procedures#Discretionary sanctions|Standard discretionary sanctions]] are authorized for the topics of Kurds and Kurdistan, broadly construed.
*{{user|GPinkerton}} is indefinitely [[WP:SITEBAN|banned]] from the English Wikipedia. This ban may be appealed twelve months after the enactment of this remedy, and every twelve months thereafter.
*{{user|GPinkerton}} is [[WP:TBAN|topic-banned]] from articles related to Kurds and Kurdistan, broadly construed. This ban may be appealed twelve months after the enactment of this remedy, and every twelve months thereafter.
*{{user|Thepharoah17}} is [[WP:TBAN|topic-banned]] from articles related to Kurds and Kurdistan, broadly construed. This ban may be appealed twelve months after the enactment of this remedy, and every twelve months thereafter.
*{{user|عمرو بن كلثوم}} is [[WP:TBAN|topic-banned]] from articles related to Kurds and Kurdistan, broadly construed. This ban may be appealed twelve months after the enactment of this remedy, and every twelve months thereafter.
*{{user|Supreme Deliciousness}} is [[WP:TBAN|topic-banned]] from articles related to Kurds and Kurdistan, broadly construed. This ban may be appealed twelve months after the enactment of this remedy, and every twelve months thereafter.
*Paradise Chronicle is warned to avoid casting aspersions and repeating similar uncollegial conduct in the future.

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 14:32, 23 February 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Kurds and Kurdistan closed}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 14:32, 23 February 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

==Level 1 desysop of DYKUpdateBot ==

Under [[WP:LEVEL1|the Level 1 desysopping procedures]], the administrator permissions of {{admin|DYKUpdateBot}} have been temporarily removed as a suspected compromised account.

Supporting: Barkeep49, Bradv, CaptainEek, Maxim, Worm That Turned

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Barkeep49|Barkeep49]] ([[User_talk:Barkeep49|talk]]) 20:24, 25 February 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Level 1 desysop of DYKUpdateBot}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 20:25, 25 February 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Restoration of privileges to DYKUpdateBot ==

{{user|DYKUpdateBot}} is granted administrative permissions on the English Wikipedia following the securing of its passwords by the operator.

For the Arbitration Committee, – [[User:Bradv|<span style="color:#333">'''brad''v'''''</span>]][[User talk:Bradv|<span style="color:transparent;text-shadow:0 0 0 red;font-size:80%">🍁</span>]] 23:18, 26 February 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Restoration of privileges to DYKUpdateBot}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 23:18, 26 February 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== ''Motion: Timetable and case structure'' enacted ==

A [[Special:Permalink/1009144586#Motion: Timetable and case structure|motion]] has modified [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Procedures|the internal procedures of the Arbitration Committee]]. The motion was enacted after it reached majority support on the [[WP:A/R/M|the committee's public motions page]]. The Arbitration Committee intend to incorporate the analysis of evidence into the evidence phase. The committee also intends to make workshops optional, such as in cases where the conduct of one or two editors is being examined. [[Wikipedia:Arbitration_Committee/Procedures#Timetable_and_case_structure|The section]] which has been added to the procedures page reads:

{{ivmbox|1=
Once a case has been accepted, the Arbitration Committee will instruct the clerks on the name, structure, and timetable for a case so they may create the applicable pages. The name is for ease of identification only and may be changed by the Committee at any time. The Committee will designate one or more arbitrators to be drafting arbitrator(s) for the case, to ensure it progresses, and to act as a designated point of contact for any matters arising.

The standard structure of a case will include the following phases and timetable:
# An evidence phase that lasts two weeks from the date of the case pages opening;
# A workshop phase, that ends one week after the evidence phase closes;
# A proposed decision which is published within one week of the workshop phase closing.

The timetable and structure of the case may be adjusted (e.g. a phase may be extended, closed early, added or removed) by the initiative of the Committee, at the discretion of the drafting arbitrator(s) during the case. Drafting arbitrator(s) shall also have broad authority to set case-specific rules regarding the running of the phases (e.g. enforce threaded discussions, set a word limit for participants in the workshop phase) to enforce the expectation of behavior during a case. Parties to the case may also petition for changes to the timetable and structure for a case.}}

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 00:11, 27 February 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Motion: Timetable and case structure enacted}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 00:12, 27 February 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Arbitration motion regarding ''Kurds and Kurdistan'' ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1009163338#Kurds and Kurdistan: topic ban clarification|motion]] that:
<blockquote>The phrase "articles related to" in the topic bans for GPinkerton, Thepharoah17, عمرو بن كلثوم, and Supreme Deliciousness are struck, to clarify that the bans are not limited to article-space. 
</blockquote>
For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:GeneralNotability|GeneralNotability]] ([[User talk:GeneralNotability|talk]]) 02:16, 27 February 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Arbitration motion regarding Kurds and Kurdistan}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 02:16, 27 February 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== SethRuebens unblocked ==

Following a successful appeal to the Arbitration Committee, {{u|SethRuebens}} is unblocked subject to a (1) one-account restriction, (2) a ban from directly editing [[Britannia (TV series)]], and (3) a requirement to [[WP:DCOI|disclose any relevant conflicts of interest]]. For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User talk:Maxim|<span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="color:#FF7133;">Maxim</span><sub><small><span style="color:blue;">(talk)</span></small></sub></span>]]''' 19:34, 4 March 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|SethRuebens unblocked}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 19:35, 4 March 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== J-Man11 unblocked ==

Following a successful appeal to the Arbitration Committee, {{user|J-Man11}} is unblocked subject to a one-account restriction. '''[[User talk:Maxim|<span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="color:#FF7133;">Maxim</span><sub><small><span style="color:blue;">(talk)</span></small></sub></span>]]''' 17:52, 17 March 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|J-Man11 unblocked}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 17:53, 17 March 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Motion regarding Tenebrae ==

Due to a conflict of interest, [[User:Tenebrae]] is indefinitely banned from any mainspace edits related to [[Frank Lovece]] or [[Maitland McDonagh]], broadly construed. Violations will be enforced by escalating blocks. They may request edits on talkpages. This restriction may be appealed in six months. For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Barkeep49|Barkeep49]] ([[User_talk:Barkeep49|talk]]) 12:50, 23 March 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Motion regarding Tenebrae}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 12:51, 23 March 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Jessiemay1984 unblocked ==

Following a successful appeal to the Arbitration Committee, {{user|Jessiemay1984}} is unblocked subject to a one-account restriction. '''[[User talk:Maxim|<span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="color:#FF7133;">Maxim</span><sub><small><span style="color:blue;">(talk)</span></small></sub></span>]]''' 15:18, 24 March 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Jessiemay1984 unblocked}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 15:20, 24 March 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== 2021 discretionary sanctions review: community consultation ==

Editors are invited to provide feedback in the '''[[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Discretionary sanctions/2021 review/Consultation|discretionary sanctions community consultation]]''', which is open until April 25, 2021.

This consultation is part of the Arbitration Committee's [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Discretionary sanctions/2021 review|revision process]] for the [[WP:AC/DS|discretionary sanctions procedure]], which sets forth a special set of rules that apply in topic areas defined by the Arbitration Committee. The purpose of this revision process is to simplify and clarify the procedure and resolve problems with the current system of discretionary sanctions. 

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|KevinL]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 00:16, 26 March 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|2021 discretionary sanctions review: community consultation}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 00:16, 26 March 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/RexxS]] closed ==

The final decision in the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/RexxS|RexxS arbitration case]] has been made and the case subsequently was closed. The final decision is viewable on the main case page. One remedy was passed as part of the final decision, which is included below:

*{{admin|RexxS|RexxS's}} administrative privileges are revoked. He may apply to have them reinstated at any time via a new request for adminship.

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 23:29, 26 March 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 48|Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/RexxS closed}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 23:30, 26 March 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Universal Code of Conduct open letter ==

A majority of the English Wikipedia Arbitration Committee has signed the '''[[m:Open Letter from Arbcoms to the Board of Trustees|open letter from arbitration committees to the Board of Trustees on the Universal Code of Conduct]]'''. This follows a months-long drafting process between the English Wikipedia Arbitration Committee and the arbitration committees of other projects. For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|KevinL]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 19:33, 27 March 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Universal Code of Conduct open letter}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 19:34, 27 March 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Appeals report ==

The Arbitration Committee will be periodically publishing statistics about private appeals in an effort to increase transparency at [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Appeals]]. The first such report, covering January to March 2021 has been published. For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Barkeep49|Barkeep49]] ([[User_talk:Barkeep49|talk]]) 00:36, 2 April 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Appeals report}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 00:36, 2 April 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Arbitration motion regarding Carlossuarez46 ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1016603385#Motion:_Suspended_case_(3_months)|motion]] that:

{{Ivmbox|1=The "Carlossuarez46" request for arbitration is accepted. Given that {{userlinks|Carlossuarez46}} has [https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=User:Carlossuarez46&diff=prev&oldid=1014909592 retired] from the English Wikipedia, this case will be opened but suspended for a period of three months, during which time Carlossuarez46 will be temporarily desysopped.

If Carlossuarez46 should return to active editing on the English Wikipedia during this time and request that this case be resumed, the Arbitration Committee shall unsuspend the case by motion and it will proceed through the normal arbitration process. Such a request may be made by email to {{arbcom-en}} or at the [[WP:AC/CN|clerks' noticeboard]].

If such a request is not made within three months of this motion, this case shall be automatically closed, and Carlossuarez46 shall remain desysopped. Carlossuarez46 may regain the administrative tools at any time only via a successful [[WP:RFA|request for adminship]].}}

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:GeneralNotability|GeneralNotability]] ([[User talk:GeneralNotability|talk]]) 02:37, 8 April 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 47|Arbitration motion regarding Carlossuarez46}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 02:37, 8 April 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->
: The suspended case has been opened at [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Carlossuarez46]]. For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:GeneralNotability|GeneralNotability]] ([[User talk:GeneralNotability|talk]]) 00:38, 9 April 2021 (UTC)

==Motion regarding retaining personal identifying information ==
The Arbitration Committee has passed the following motion:

{{ivmbox|Information disclosed to the Arbitration Committee should be retained no longer than necessary. In order to further this goal, the committee will, beginning in April of each year, examine the information stored on the Arbitration Committee wiki. In general, information is considered no longer necessary if the user has not edited under any account for a significant number of years or if the reason for the private information to be held has passed. In these cases, the information should be removed from the relevant page, or the page deleted. It is noted that some information is retained for the purposes of stopping sockpuppetry and, where possible, this should be stored at the checkuser wiki and that technical limitations of wiki software would potentially allow information to be accessed again in the future.}}

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Barkeep49|Barkeep49]] ([[User_talk:Barkeep49|talk]]) 18:11, 29 April 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 48|Motion regarding retaining personal identifying information}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 18:12, 29 April 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Arbitration motion regarding ''Antisemitism in Poland'' ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1022300547#Alternative_motion|motion]] that:

{{ivmbox|1=[[WP:APLRS|Remedy 5]] of the ''Antisemitism in Poland'' case ("Article sourcing expectations") is amended to read as follows: {{tq|1=The Arbitration Committee advises that administrators may impose "reliable-source consensus required" as a discretionary sanction on all articles on the topic of Polish history during World War II (1933-45), including the Holocaust in Poland. On articles where "reliable-source consensus required" is in effect, when a source that is not a high quality source (an article in a peer-reviewed scholarly journals, an academically focused book by a reputable publisher, and/or an article published by a reputable institution) is added and subsequently challenged by reversion, no editor may reinstate the source without first obtaining consensus on the talk page of the article in question or consensus about the reliability of the source in a discussion at the [[WP:RSN|Reliable Sources Noticeboard]]. }}}}

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|KevinL]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 18:49, 9 May 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 48|Arbitration motion regarding Antisemitism in Poland}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 18:50, 9 May 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Changes to functionary team ==

At his request by email to the committee, the CheckUser permissions of DGG are removed. The Arbitration Committee sincerely thanks DGG for his service as a CheckUser. '''[[User talk:Maxim|<span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="color:#FF7133;">Maxim</span><sub><small><span style="color:blue;">(talk)</span></small></sub></span>]]''' 13:30, 9 June 2021 (UTC)
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== Uhooep unblocked ==

Following a successful appeal to the Arbitration Committee, {{user|Uhooep}} is unblocked, subject to a one-account restriction. '''[[User talk:Maxim|<span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="color:#FF7133;">Maxim</span><sub><small><span style="color:blue;">(talk)</span></small></sub></span>]]''' 18:47, 14 June 2021 (UTC)
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== COVID-19 discretionary sanctions authorised ==

The Arbitration Committee has authorised [[WP:COVIDDS|standard discretionary sanctions]] for the area of [[COVID-19]] which supersede the [[WP:GS/COVID-19|community-authorised general sanctions]] for the same topic area by [[Special:Permalink/1028936864#Motion: Discretionary sanctions|motion]] following a [[Special:Permalink/1028936864#Origins of COVID-19|case request]]. The motion is as follows:
{{Ivmbox|The case request is accepted under the title ''COVID-19'' and resolved by motion with the following remedy:

;Discretionary sanctions

(i) The community [[Wikipedia:General sanctions/COVID-19|COVID-19 general sanctions]] are hereby rescinded and are replaced by [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Discretionary sanctions|standard discretionary sanctions]], which are authorized for all edits about, and all articles related to, COVID-19, broadly construed.

(ii) All sanctions in force when this remedy is enacted are endorsed and will become standard discretionary sanctions governed by the standard procedure from the moment of enactment.

(iii) Notifications issued under COVID-19 general sanctions become [[WP:ACDS#Alerts|alerts]] for twelve months from their date of issue, then expire.

(iv) All existing and past sanctions and restrictions placed under COVID-19 general sanctions will be transcribed by the arbitration clerks in the [[WP:AELOG|arbitration enforcement log]].

(v) Any requests for enforcement that may be open when this remedy is enacted shall proceed, but any remedy that is enacted should be enacted as a discretionary sanction.

(vi) Administrators who have enforced the COVID-19 general sanctions are thanked for their work and asked to continue providing administrative assistance enforcing discretionary sanctions and at the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Enforcement|arbitration enforcement noticeboard]].}}

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 23:57, 16 June 2021 (UTC)
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== Ritchie333 and Praxidicae interaction ban modified ==

Following a [[Special:Permalink/1031811381#Amendment request: Arbitration motion regarding Ritchie333 and Praxidicae|now closed amendment request]], the Arbitration Committee resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1031811381#Motion: Ritchie333 and Praxidicae|motion]] that:
{{ivmbox|1=In the interest of furthering discussion around the UCOC, admin sanctions, and other such reforms, the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration_Committee/Noticeboard/Archive_12#Arbitration_motion_regarding_Ritchie333_and_Praxidicae|interaction ban between Praxidicae and Ritchie333]] is amended after the last sentence to add {{tq|Parties may discuss the existence of the ban, and examine its implications, but remain forbidden from discussing each other and interacting with each other.}} }}
For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 20:10, 3 July 2021 (UTC)
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== TheresNoTime permissions restored ==

Following a request to the committee, the CheckUser and Oversight permissions of {{user|TheresNoTime}} are restored.

Supporting: Barkeep49, Beeblebrox, Bradv, CaptainEek, Casliber, KrakatoaKatie, L235, Primefac, SoWhy, Worm That Turned

For the Arbitration Committee,

– [[User:Bradv|<span style="color:#333">'''brad''v'''''</span>]][[User talk:Bradv|<sup style="color:transparent;text-shadow:0 0 0 red;font-size:60%">🍁</sup>]] 02:38, 4 July 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 48|TheresNoTime permissions restored}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 02:39, 4 July 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Carlossuarez46]] closed ==

An arbitration case regarding [[User:Carlossuarez46]] has now closed. The Arbitration Committee resolved by motion in April to suspend the case, which could be unsuspended if Carlossuarez46 requested it within three months. Because Carlossuarez46 has not requested that the case be unsuspended, the case has been automatically closed. The motion which has now closed the case is [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Carlossuarez46#Motion: Suspended case (3 months)]].

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:GeneralNotability|GeneralNotability]] ([[User talk:GeneralNotability|talk]]) 03:10, 9 July 2021 (UTC)
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== Remedy 5 of the Palestine-Israel articles 4 case clarified ==

The committee has clarified by motion [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Palestine-Israel articles 4#ARBPIA General Sanctions|Remedy 5 of the Palestine-Israel articles 4 case]] following an [[Special:Permalink/1033281841#Amendment request: Palestine-Israel articles 4|amendment request]]. The [[Special:Permalink/1033281841#Motion: Palestine-Israel articles 4 (2)|motion]] is as follows:
{{ivmbox|1=The phrase {{tq|1="other internal project discussions"}}, as used in [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Palestine-Israel_articles_4#ARBPIA_General_Sanctions|Remedy 5]] of the ''Palestine-Israel articles 4'' case ("ARBPIA General Sanctions"), shall be construed to include [[WP:RM|requested moves]].
}}
For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 19:14, 12 July 2021 (UTC)
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== CodeLyoko reappointed as a trainee clerk ==

The arbitration clerks are pleased to welcome back {{user|CodeLyoko}} after a period of inactivity to the clerk team as a trainee!

The arbitration clerk team is often in need of new members, and any editor who would like to join the clerk team is welcome to apply by email to {{email|clerks-l|lists.wikimedia.org}}.

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 11:03, 18 July 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 48|CodeLyoko reappointed as a trainee clerk}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 11:03, 18 July 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== changes to Oversight team ==

In accordance with the Committee's [[Wikipedia:Arbitration_Committee/Procedures#CheckUser/Oversight_permissions_and_inactivity|standing procedure on functionary inactivity]], the Oversight permissions of {{user|ST47}} are removed. The Committee extends its appreciation for ST47's service as an Oversighter.

<span style="color: #9932CC">[[:User:KrakatoaKatie|Katie]]<sup>[[User talk:KrakatoaKatie|talk]]</sup></span> 19:45, 28 July 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 48|changes to Oversight team}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 19:45, 28 July 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Firefly appointed trainee clerk ==

The Arbitration clerks are pleased to welcome {{user|Firefly}} to the clerk team as a trainee!

The Arbitration clerk team is often in need of new members, and any editor who would like to join the clerk team is welcome to apply by email to {{clerks-l}}.

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 22:15, 3 August 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 48|Firefly appointed trainee clerk}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 22:16, 3 August 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Statement regarding Flyer22 Frozen ==

Earlier this year, the Arbitration Committee [https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?diff=1001869098 dismissed] a case involving {{userlinks|Flyer22 Frozen}} after receiving a credible report that that editor had passed away.  Members of the community expressed condolences and Flyer22 was added to the "Deceased Wikipedians" page [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Deceased_Wikipedians/2021#Flyer22_Frozen].

The Arbitration Committee subsequently received off-wiki correspondence alleging that Flyer22 had not actually died and explaining the senders' basis for reaching that conclusion.  The Committee takes this issue seriously and looked into it as thoroughly as we could within the bounds of appropriateness.

We must ask editors to bear in mind that while the Arbitration Committee can be privy to some evidence that cannot be shared on-wiki, such as checkuser findings, the scope of our responsibilities and authority is still limited.  We are a committee of volunteers who are elected to help solve disputes arising on a website.  Our authority and responsibilities do not include conducting forensic investigations off of the site.  For example, in connection with the current allegations, someone sent us documentation purporting to reveal the identity of Flyer22, and suggested that we investigate, perhaps even reaching out to that person and members of their family to determine whether and when the identified person had passed away.  '''It would not be appropriate for the Arbitration Committee or anyone else to do these things, and we have not and will not do so.'''

It is, however, possible to take action with regard to the SPI relating to accounts that have edited in recent months.  The following have been blocked following traditional SPI investigations:

*{{userlinks|ApproximateLand}}
*{{userlinks|Bio Flex}}
*{{userlinks|Daner's Creek}}
*{{userlinks|Film Bio Legacy}}
*{{userlinks|Gender Roamer}}
*{{userlinks|Kaseey}}
*{{userlinks|LearnerB}}
*{{userlinks|Raining Parade}}
*{{userlinks|RandoBanks}}
*{{userlinks|RazTazz}}
*{{userlinks|ReaperRoe}}
*{{userlinks|Ren Ten10}}

The editing by these accounts is improper independent of the circumstances concerning Flyer22.  Accordingly, these accounts have been blocked.  The person or persons behind these accounts is required to cease editing.  Any concerns about further accounts may be posted to an as-yet-to-be created SPI page that the committee should have posted shortly, or e-mailed to the Arbitration Committee.

This is a difficult situation for many Wikipedians.  Some key facts still are not known, and behind every username there is a real person.  We ask that everyone please treat it with sensitivity, proportionality, and decorum.

On behalf of the Arbitration Committee,
[[User:Beeblebrox|Beeblebrox]] ([[User talk:Beeblebrox|talk]]) 23:04, 18 August 2021 (UTC)
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== 2021 CheckUser and Oversight appointments: announcement ==

The Arbitration Committee is seeking to [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/CheckUser and Oversight/2021 CUOS appointments|appoint additional editors to the Checkuser and Oversight teams]]. The arbitrators overseeing this will be Bradv and KrakatoaKatie.
The usernames of all applicants will be shared with the [[WP:FUNK|Functionaries team]], and they will assist in the vetting process.
This year's timeline is as follows:
* 6 September to 18 September: Candidates may self-nominate by contacting the Arbitration Committee at {{nospam|arbcom-en-c|wikimedia.org}}.
* 19 September to 23 September: The Arbitration Committee and Functionaries will vet the candidates.
* 24 September to 26 September: The committee will notify candidates going forward for community consultation and create the candidate subpages containing the submitted nomination statements.
* 27 September to 6 October: Nomination statements will be published and the candidates are invited to answer questions publicly. The community is invited and encouraged to participate.
* By 17 October: Appointments will be announced.

For the Arbitration Committee, <span style="color: #9932CC">[[:User:KrakatoaKatie|Katie]]<sup>[[User talk:KrakatoaKatie|talk]]</sup></span> 11:38, 6 September 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 48|2021 CheckUser and Oversight appointments: announcement}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 11:38, 6 September 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Changes to functionary team ==

Following a request to the committee, the Oversight permissions of {{u|Callanecc}} are restored.

<span style="color: #9932CC">[[:User:KrakatoaKatie|Katie]]<sup>[[User talk:KrakatoaKatie|talk]]</sup></span> 13:09, 7 September 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 48|Changes to functionary team}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 13:10, 7 September 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Motion to standardize Extended Confirmed restrictions ==

A motion has been made to amend the Arbitration Committee's procedures to standardize the extended confirmed restriction. Please see [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Motions#Extended confirmed restriction omnibus motion]] for more information or if you wish to comment. For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Moneytrees|Moneytrees🏝️]]<sup>[[User talk:Moneytrees|Talk]]/[[User:Moneytrees/CCI guide|CCI guide]]</sup>  03:06, 11 September 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 48|Motion to standardize Extended Confirmed restrictions}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 03:07, 11 September 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Changes to functionary team (2) ==

At his request by email to the committee, the Oversight permissions of Mkdw are removed. The Arbitration Committee sincerely thanks Mkdw for his service as an Oversighter. '''[[User talk:Maxim|<span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="color:#FF7133;">Maxim</span><sub><small><span style="color:blue;">(talk)</span></small></sub></span>]]''' 13:36, 14 September 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 48|Changes to functionary team (2)}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 13:37, 14 September 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Extended confirmed restriction omnibus motion ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1045390397#Extended_confirmed_restriction_omnibus_motion|motion]] that:

{{ivmbox|1=
In order to standardize the extended confirmed restriction, the following subsection is added to the [[w:en:Wikipedia:Arbitration_Committee/Procedures#Enforcement|"Enforcement" section]] of the [[w:en:WP:AC/P|Arbitration Committee's procedures]]:
<blockquote>
; Extended confirmed restriction
The Committee may apply the "extended confirmed restriction" to specified topic areas. When such a restriction is in effect in a topic area, only [[WP:XC|extended-confirmed editors]] may make edits related to the topic area, subject to the following provisions:
:A. The restriction applies to all edits and pages related to the topic area, broadly construed, with the following exceptions:
::1. Non-extended-confirmed editors may use the "Talk:" namespace to post constructive comments and make edit requests related to articles within the topic area, provided they are not disruptive. Should disruption occur on "Talk:" pages, administrators may take enforcement actions described in "B" or "C" below. However, non-extended-confirmed editors may ''not'' make edits to internal project discussions related to the topic area, even within the "Talk:" namespace. Internal project discussions include, but are not limited to, AfDs, WikiProjects, RfCs, RMs, and noticeboard discussions.
::2. Non-extended-confirmed editors may not create new articles, but administrators may exercise discretion when deciding how to enforce this remedy on article creations. Deletion of new articles created by non-extended-confirmed editors is permitted but not required.
:B. If a page (other than a "Talk:" page) mostly or entirely relates to the topic area, broadly construed, this restriction is preferably enforced through [[WP:ECP|extended confirmed protection]], though this is not required.
:C. On any page where the restriction is not enforced through extended confirmed protection, this restriction may be enforced by other methods, including page protection, reverts, blocks, the use of pending changes, and appropriate edit filters.
:D. Reverts made solely to enforce this restriction are not considered edit warring.
</blockquote>
[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Antisemitism_in_Poland#500/30_restriction|Remedy 7]] of the ''Antisemitism in Poland'' case ("500/30 restriction") is retitled "Extended confirmed restriction" and amended to read as follows:
<blockquote>
; Extended confirmed restriction
7) The [[WP:AC/P#Extended confirmed restriction|extended confirmed restriction]] is imposed on edits and pages related to the history of Jews and antisemitism in Poland during World War II (1933–45), including the Holocaust in Poland, broadly construed. [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Procedures#Discretionary sanctions|Standard discretionary sanctions]] as authorized by the {{ArbCase|Eastern Europe}} arbitration case remain in effect for this topic area.
</blockquote>
[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Palestine-Israel_articles_4#ARBPIA_General_Sanctions|Remedy 5]] of the ''Palestine-Israel articles 4'' case (''ARBPIA General Sanctions'') is amended by replacing item B with the following:
<blockquote>
'''Extended confirmed restriction''': The [[WP:AC/P#Extended confirmed restriction|extended confirmed restriction]] is imposed on the area of conflict.
</blockquote>
}}

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:SQL|<span style="font-size:7pt;color: #fff;background:#900;border:2px solid #999">SQL</span>]][[User talk:SQL|<sup style="font-size: 5pt;color:#999">Query Me!</sup>]] 10:19, 20 September 2021 (UTC)
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== [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Iranian politics]] closed ==

This arbitration case has been closed and the final decision is available at the link above. The following remedies have been enacted:
* (i) The community-authorized general sanctions for [[w:en:Wikipedia:General_sanctions/Post-1978_Iranian_politics|post-1978 Iranian politics]] are hereby superseded and replaced by [[wikipedia:Arbitration_Committee/Discretionary_sanctions|standard discretionary sanctions]], which are authorized for all edits about, and all pages related to, post-1978 Iranian politics, broadly construed.{{pb}}(ii) All sanctions in force when this remedy is enacted are endorsed and will become standard discretionary sanctions governed by the standard procedure from the moment of enactment.{{pb}}(iii) Notifications issued under Post-1978 Iranian politics general sanctions become [[wikipedia:ACDS#Alerts|alerts]] for twelve months from their date of issue, then expire.{{pb}}(iv) All existing and past sanctions and restrictions placed under post-1978 Iranian politics general sanctions will be transcribed by the arbitration clerks in the [[wikipedia:AELOG|arbitration enforcement log]].{{pb}}(v) Any requests for enforcement that may be open when this remedy is enacted shall proceed, but any remedy that is enacted should be enacted as a discretionary sanction.{{pb}}(vi) Administrators who have enforced the Post-1978 Iranian politics general sanctions are thanked for their work and asked to continue providing administrative assistance enforcing discretionary sanctions and at the [[wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Enforcement|arbitration enforcement noticeboard]].
* Uninvolved administrators are encouraged to take appropriate actions (pursuant to the [[#Discretionary sanctions|discretionary sanctions authorization]]) to facilitate consensus through moderation of any [[Wikipedia:RFC|Requests for Comments]] (RfC). These actions may include, but are not limited to:
** moratoriums up to one year on initiating RfCs on a particular dispute,
** word and/or diff limits on all RfC participants,
** bans on editors who have disrupted consensus-finding from participation in a particular RfC, and
** sectioned commenting rules in RfCs.
* {{user|BarcrMac}} is [[wikipedia:TBAN|topic-banned]] from post-1978 Iranian politics, broadly construed. This ban may be appealed twelve months after the enactment of this remedy, and every twelve months thereafter.
* {{user|Idealigic}} is [[wikipedia:TBAN|topic-banned]] from post-1978 Iranian politics, broadly construed. This ban may be appealed twelve months after the enactment of this remedy, and every twelve months thereafter.
* {{user|Mhhossein}} is warned against a battleground mentality and further incivility.
* {{user|Mhhossein}} is [[wikipedia:TBAN|topic-banned]] from [[People's Mujahedin of Iran]] (MEK), broadly construed. This ban may be appealed twelve months after the enactment of this remedy, and every twelve months thereafter.
* {{user|Stefka Bulgaria}} is [[wikipedia:TBAN|topic-banned]] from post-1978 Iranian politics, broadly construed. This ban may be appealed twelve months after the enactment of this remedy, and every twelve months thereafter.
* {{user|Vice regent}} is warned against a battleground mentality.
For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:GeneralNotability|GeneralNotability]] ([[User talk:GeneralNotability|talk]]) 16:48, 20 September 2021 (UTC)
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== MJL appointed trainee clerk ==

The Arbitration clerks are pleased to welcome {{user|MJL}} to the clerk team as a trainee!

The Arbitration clerk team is often in need of new members, and any editor who would like to join the clerk team is welcome to apply by email to {{clerks-l}}.

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 22:04, 20 September 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 48|MJL appointed trainee clerk}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 22:04, 20 September 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== 2021 CheckUser and Oversight appointments: Community consultation phase open ==

The community consultation portion of the [[WP:CUOS2021|functionary appointment process]] is now open. Editors may ask up to two (2) questions of each candidate (similar to [[WP:RFA|RFA rules]]). However, since this is a consultation and not a !vote, please refrain from phrasing comments in a support/oppose/neutral fashion. 

The Arbitration Committee invites editors to comment and ask questions until 23:59 UTC on October 6, 2020.

[[User:Primefac|Primefac]] ([[User talk:Primefac|talk]]) 00:00, 27 September 2021 (UTC)
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== 2021 CheckUser and Oversight appointments: candidates appointed ==

The Arbitration Committee is pleased to welcome the following editors to the functionary team:

* {{userlinks|Dreamy Jazz}} is appointed as a CheckUser and Oversighter.
* {{userlinks|Ferret}} is appointed as a CheckUser.
* {{userlinks|GeneralNotability}} is appointed as a CheckUser.
* {{userlinks|Girth Summit}} is appointed as a CheckUser.
* {{userlinks|LuK3}} is appointed as an Oversighter.
* {{userlinks|RoySmith}} is appointed as a CheckUser.

The committee thanks all members of the community who participated and helped bring this process to a successful conclusion.

<span style="color: #9932CC">[[:User:KrakatoaKatie|Katie]]<sup>[[User talk:KrakatoaKatie|talk]]</sup></span> 04:44, 14 October 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 48|2021 CheckUser and Oversight appointments: candidates appointed}}'''

== Eostrix Blocked ==

The Arbitration Committee has determined through private evidence, including evidence from the [[WP:Checkuser|checkuser]] tool, that {{user|Eostrix}} (a current RfA candidate) is a sockpuppet of {{user|Icewhiz}}. Accordingly, the Committee has resolved that Eostrix be indefinitely blocked.
For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Beeblebrox|Beeblebrox]] ([[User talk:Beeblebrox|talk]]) 01:00, 20 October 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 48|Eostrix Blocked}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 01:07, 20 October 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== GeneralNotability promoted to full clerk ==

The Arbitration Committee is pleased to announce that {{user|GeneralNotability}} has been appointed a full clerk, effective immediately, concluding his successful traineeship.

The arbitration clerk team is often in need of new members, and any editor who would like to join the clerk team is welcome to apply by e-mail to {{clerks-l}}.

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User talk:Maxim|<span style="font-family:Arial"><span style="color:#FF7133">Maxim</span><sub><small style="color:blue;">(talk)</small></sub></span>]]'''  13:02, 27 October 2021 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 48|GeneralNotability promoted to full clerk}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 13:02, 27 October 2021 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Temporary checkuser privileges for scrutineers ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1053222223#Temporary checkuser privileges for scrutineers|motion]] that:

{{ivmbox|''On recommendation of the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration_Committee_Elections_December_2021/Coordination#Electoral_Commission|Electoral Commission]], temporary English Wikipedia checkuser privileges are granted to [[Meta:stewards|stewards]] [[meta:User:Sotiale|Sotiale]], [[meta:User:Martin_Urbanec|Martin Urbanec]], and [[meta:User:Tks4Fish|Tks4Fish]] solely for the purpose of their acting as [[Wikipedia:Arbitration_Committee_Elections_December_2021/Coordination#Scrutineers|scrutineers]] in the 2021 Arbitration Committee election.''}}

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User talk:Maxim|<span style="font-family:Arial"><span style="color:#FF7133">Maxim</span><sub><small style="color:blue;">(talk)</small></sub></span>]]'''  17:02, 2 November 2021 (UTC)
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== Level 1 desysop of Epbr123 ==

Under [[WP:LEVEL1|the Level 1 desysopping procedures]], the administrator permissions of {{admin|Epbr123}} have been temporarily removed as a suspected compromised account.

Supporting: CaptainEek, Casliber, Maxim

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User talk:Maxim|<span style="font-family:Arial"><span style="color:#FF7133">Maxim</span><sub><small style="color:blue;">(talk)</small></sub></span>]]'''  02:47, 20 November 2021 (UTC)
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== Arbitration motion regarding ''Horn of Africa''  ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1057771243#Motion:_Horn_of_Africa|motion]] to amend the case ''[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Horn_of_Africa|Horn of Africa]]'' as follows:

{{ivmbox|1=The already authorized standard [[WP:AC/DS|discretionary sanctions]] for all pages relating to the [[Horn of Africa]] (defined as including Ethiopia, Somalia, Eritrea, Djibouti, and adjoining areas if involved in related disputes), broadly construed, are made permanent. The committee declines to open a full case. Any further amendments or requests for clarification should be made following the normal method.}}

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Firefly|<span style="color:#850808;">firefly</span>]] <small>( [[User talk:Firefly|t]] · [[Special:Contributions/Firefly|c]] )</small> 16:32, 29 November 2021 (UTC)
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== Épine unblocked ==

Following a successful appeal to the Arbitration Committee, {{user|Épine}} is unblocked, subject to a one-account restriction. --[[User:BDD|BDD]] ([[User talk:BDD|talk]]) 20:17, 10 December 2021 (UTC)
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== Changes to the Functionaries email list ==

Following a review of current practices involving email lists, the Arbitration Committee has decided that the [[Wikipedia:Functionaries#Mailing_list|functionaries email list]] (''{{NonSpamEmail|functionaries-en|lists.wikimedia.org}}'') will no longer be set to accept incoming email aside from list members and WMF staff. For private concerns other than those requiring [[Wikipedia:Oversight|oversight]], please [[Wikipedia:Arbitration_Committee#Contacting_the_Committee|contact the Arbitration Committee]] directly.

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Primefac|Primefac]] ([[User talk:Primefac|talk]]) 13:54, 11 December 2021 (UTC)
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== El Sandifer unbanned ==

The Arbitration Committee has accepted {{user|El Sandifer}}'s appeal of her ban imposed by motion of the Arbitration Committee ([[Special:PermaLink/580484625#Phil_Sandifer_desysopped_and_banned|permalink]]). The Committee has determined that the ban is no longer necessary, and has accordingly resolved to grant the appeal. 

Support: Barkeep49, Beeblebrox, CaptainEek, Casliber, Newyorkbrad, Primefac, SoWhy, Worm That Turned

Oppose: BDD, Bradv, David Fuchs, KrakatoaKatie, L235, Maxim

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Barkeep49|Barkeep49]] ([[User_talk:Barkeep49|talk]]) 18:17, 17 December 2021 (UTC)
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== 2022 Arbitration Committee ==

The Arbitration Committee welcomes the following new and returning arbitrators following their [[:en:WP:ACE2021|election]] by the community. The two-year terms of these arbitrators formally begin on 1 January 2022:
* {{userlinks|Beeblebrox}} 
* {{userlinks|Cabayi}}
* {{userlinks|Donald Albury}}
* {{userlinks|Enterprisey}}
* {{userlinks|Izno}}
* {{userlinks|Opabinia regalis}}
* {{userlinks|Worm That Turned}}
* {{userlinks|Wugapodes}}

All incoming arbitrators have elected to receive the checkuser and oversight permissions.

We also thank our outgoing colleagues whose terms end on 31 December 2021:
* {{userlinks|Casliber}}
* {{userlinks|David Fuchs}}
* {{userlinks|KrakatoaKatie}}
* {{userlinks|Newyorkbrad}}
* {{userlinks|SoWhy}}

Outgoing arbitrators are eligible to retain the CheckUser and Oversight permissions, remain active on cases accepted before their term ended, and to remain subscribed to the functionaries' and arbitration clerks' mailing lists following their term on the committee. To that effect:
* Stewards are requested to remove the permission(s) noted from the following outgoing arbitrators after 31 December 2021 at their own request:
*: CheckUser: Casliber, David Fuchs, Newyorkbrad, SoWhy
*: Oversight: Casliber, David Fuchs, Newyorkbrad, SoWhy
* Outgoing arbitrators are eligible to remain active on cases opened before their term ended if they wish. Whether or not outgoing arbitrators will remain active on any ongoing case(s) will be noted on the proposed decision talk page of affected case(s).
* All outgoing arbitrators will remain subscribed to the [[:en:WP:FUNC|functionaries' mailing list]]  
* David Fuchs will be unsubscribed from the [[:en:WP:AC/C|arbitration clerks' mailing list]] at his request.

For the Arbitration Committee,

'''[[User talk:Maxim|<span style="font-family:Arial"><span style="color:#FF7133">Maxim</span><sub><small style="color:blue;">(talk)</small></sub></span>]]'''  16:00, 20 December 2021 (UTC)
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== Amortias re-appointed as full clerk ==

The Arbitration Committee is pleased to announce that {{user|Amortias}} will be rejoining the arbitration clerk team as a full clerk. We express our thanks to the clerks for the work they do in ensuring that the arbitration process operates smoothly. If you are interested in joining the team as a trainee, please read through the [[WP:AC/C|information page]] and send an email to {{clerks-l}}.

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|KevinL]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 00:08, 29 December 2021 (UTC)
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== Arbitration motion regarding ''Scientology''  ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1064249361#Motion:_Scientology|motion]] to amend the case ''[[Wikipedia:Requests_for_arbitration/Scientology|Scientology]]'' as follows:

{{ivmbox|''[[Wikipedia:Requests for arbitration/Scientology#Church of Scientology IP addresses blocked|Remedy 2]]'' of the {{ArbCase|Scientology}} arbitration case, "Church of Scientology IP addresses blocked", is hereby rescinded. Any remaining blocks currently in force may be lifted or appealed according to the [[Wikipedia:Blocking policy#Unblocking|unblocking]] policy.}}

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Firefly|<span style="color:#850808;">firefly</span>]] <small>( [[User talk:Firefly|t]] · [[Special:Contributions/Firefly|c]] )</small> 18:55, 7 January 2022 (UTC)
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== Arbitration motion regarding ''American politics 2'' ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1064581858#Motion: American politics 2|motion]] that:

{{ivmbox|Atsme's topic ban from post-WWII Anti fascism in the United States is provisionally lifted for a period of twelve months. If at any point before 1 January 2023 an uninvolved administrator feels that Atsme is not able to edit productively in this area, they may re-impose the topic ban.}}

For the Arbitration Committee, &#8211;<span style="font-family:CG Times, times">[[User:MJL|<span style="color:black">MJL</span>]]&thinsp;[[User talk:MJL|‐'''Talk'''‐]]<sup>[[User:MJL/P|☖]]</sup></span> 21:28, 9 January 2022 (UTC)
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== Arbitration motions from the declined case request ''Warsaw concentration camp'' ==

The Arbitration Committee has declined the case request ''[[Special:Permalink/1064847441#Warsaw concentration camp|Warsaw concentration camp]]'' and has resolved through several motions that:
{{ivmbox|1=
This request for arbitration is resolved as follows:{{pb}}
#The request for an arbitration case to resolve the issue of a potential conflict of interest as [[Special:Diff/1061399843|originally posted]] is declined, as the community has resolved the issue presented.
#The request for an arbitration case as subsequently revised to address misconduct in the topic area of the Holocaust in Poland is declined at this time, based on the terms of this motion.
#Editors are reminded that [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Antisemitism_in_Poland#Extended_confirmed_restriction|standard discretionary sanctions]] and  [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Antisemitism_in_Poland#Article_sourcing_expectations|special sourcing restrictions]] remain in effect for articles relating to the Holocaust in Poland.  These provisions are to be interpreted and enforced with the goal of ensuring that Wikipedia's coverage of this important and sensitive topic is fairly and accurately presented based on the most reliable sources available, while maintaining a reasonable degree of decorum and collaboration among editors.
#Requests to enforce the discretionary sanctions or sourcing restrictions should be posted to the [[WP:AE|arbitration enforcement noticeboard]] (AE) for evaluation by uninvolved administrators.  The sanctions and restrictions should be interpreted and enforced so as to promote our content-quality and user-conduct expectations. Enforcement discussions should focus on the accuracy of our articles and the well-being of our editors, not on procedural technicalities beyond those necessary to ensure fairness. {{pb}} As an alternative to AE, editors may make enforcement requests directly to the Arbitration Committee at [[WP:ARCA]]. The committee will consider presented evidence and statements before deciding by motion what, if any, actions are necessary to enforce proper conduct in the topic area.
#The community, particularly including any editors with subject-matter knowledge who have not previously been active in this topic-area, is urged to carefully review the accuracy and sourcing of our articles on the Holocaust in Poland and related topics, with the goal of identifying and addressing any deficiencies that might exist, and implementing any other improvements that may be possible. Appropriate user-conduct is required during all discussions that are part of any such review.
#Editors in good standing who have withdrawn from editing in this topic-area, who are prepared to abide by all the relevant policies and expectations, are invited to return to editing.
#Should further alleged misconduct affecting our articles on the Holocaust in Poland take place, or be discovered, a new request for arbitration may be filed.  The request for arbitration, and any responses to it, should identify specific instances of misconduct that is affecting the content of or editing environment on these articles.  Reasonable extensions of the word limits, where warranted, will be afforded to allow the presentation of relevant and significant evidence. In addition to the usual processes, a consensus of administrators at AE may refer complex or intractable issues to the Arbitration Committee for resolution at [[WP:ARCA|ARCA]], at which point the committee may resolve the request by motion or open a case to examine the issue. In the event that an arbitration case is opened, the Committee will give serious consideration to requests to hold part or all of the case ''[[in camera]]''.
#Editors are reminded that Wikipedia discussions are about [[wikipedia:Consensus|forming a consensus]], not convincing [[WP:UNANIMOUS|everyone to agree]]. Discussion is an important part of how consensus is reached on Wikipedia and everyone should have the opportunity to express their views, within [[wikipedia:CIVIL|reasonable limits]]. It may be taken as [[wikipedia:DISRUPTSIGNS|disruptive]] to attempt [[wikipedia:STONEWALL|stalling out the consensus-building process]] by repeatedly stating an opinion or with [[wikipedia:LISTEN|repeated demands for re-explanation]] of that which has already been clearly explained.
#Editors participating in Arbitration Committee proceedings are reminded that they are subject to high standards of behavior. Editors are required to act with appropriate decorum. While grievances must often be aired during proceedings, editors are expected to air them without being incivil or engaging in personal attacks, and to respond calmly to allegations. Accusations of misbehavior must be supported by clear evidence (and otherwise not made at all). Statements containing private or sensitive information should be submitted to the Arbitration Committee by email and are subject to the [[w:en:Wikipedia:Arbitration/Policy#Admissibility_of_evidence|arbitration policy's provisions on admissibility of evidence]].
}}
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{{user|Jehochman}} is admonished for behavior during this case request which fell short of the expectations for [[WP:ADMIN|administrators]] and for the behavior of all editors participating in an Arbitration Committee proceeding. Specifically, Jehochman [[WP:PROXYING|proxied]] for a globally banned harasser by posting on their behalf a denial of harassment and unsupported claims of collusion among editors in this topic area [https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case&diff=1061570218&oldid=1061569138] and for casting aspersions at another editor for userboxes shown on their userpage [https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case&type=revision&diff=1062016602&oldid=1062013949&diffmode=source]. The Arbitration Committee acknowledges that Jehochman has since apologized for these comments and has since been desysopped at his request. [https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wikipedia:Bureaucrats%27_noticeboard&oldid=1064189429#Desysop_request_(Jehochman)]
}}
{{ivmbox|1=
{{user|MyMoloboaccount}} is warned against casting aspersions towards other editors [https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case&diff=1062120952&oldid=1062086999]. This warning should be considered as a sanction for the purposes of [[WP:AWARE|awareness]] in the topic areas of Eastern Europe and the Holocaust in Poland.
}}
For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 14:46, 10 January 2022 (UTC)
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== Arbitration motion regarding Crouch, Swale ==

Following an [[Special:Permalink/1064925920#Amendment request: Motion: Crouch, Swale|amendment request]], the committee has resolved [[Special:Permalink/1064925920#Motion: Crouch, Swale|by motion]] that:
{{ivmbox|1=[[User:Crouch, Swale|Crouch, Swale]]'s editing restrictions, previously modified [https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Clarification_and_Amendment&oldid=882716575#Crouch,_Swale:_motion in 2019], are modified as follows: He may create at most one new mainspace article per month through any process. He is not required to use the Articles for Creation process, and is not permitted to use it to exceed this rate. This restriction includes the creation of new content at a title that is a redirect or disambiguation page. This supersedes the second bullet point of the 2019 motion. Additionally, he may move userspace or draftspace pages to mainspace for the purpose of creating his one article per month, as an exception to his [https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?oldid=817961869#Crouch,_Swale_ban_appeal page move restriction]. His [https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Clarification_and_Amendment&oldid=934849515#Motion:_Crouch,_Swale restriction] on frequency of appeals remains in force.}}
For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 23:47, 10 January 2022 (UTC)
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== Discretionary sanctions topic area changes ==

In a process that began last year with [[WP:DS2021]], the Committee is evaluating [[WP:AC/DS|Discretionary Sanctions]] (DS) in order to improve it. A larger package of reforms is slated for sometime this year. From the work done so far, it became clear a number of areas may no longer need DS or that some DS areas may be overly broad. This discussion is intended to focus on those areas. Community feedback is invited and welcome at [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Motions]]. [[User:Barkeep49|Barkeep49]] ([[User_talk:Barkeep49|talk]]) 17:03, 27 January 2022 (UTC)
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== Miki Filigranski unblocked ==

Following a successful appeal to the Arbitration Committee, {{user|Miki Filigranski}} is unblocked, subject to a one-account restriction and one-revert rule. --[[User:BDD|BDD]] ([[User talk:BDD|talk]]) 18:54, 30 January 2022 (UTC)
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== Changes to functionary team ==

In accordance with the policy on [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Procedures#CheckUser/Oversight permissions and inactivity|CheckUser and Oversighter inactivity]], the CheckUser and Oversight rights of {{u|Callanecc}} are removed.

The Arbitration Committee sincerely thanks Callanecc for his service as a functionary.

For the Arbitration Committee, 
'''[[User talk:Maxim|<span style="font-family:Arial"><span style="color:#FF7133">Maxim</span><sub><small style="color:blue;">(talk)</small></sub></span>]]'''  15:28, 2 February 2022 (UTC)
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==General comment regarding appeals to the Arbitration Committee==
This announcement is a general comment from the Arbitration Committee concerning situations in which ArbCom grants an [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Ban appeals|appeal from a sanction]]. While the vast majority of appeals that ArbCom receives are of Checkuser blocks, it also reviews sanctions imposed by ArbCom itself, Oversight blocks, and situations involving matters unsuitable for public discussion.

By granting an appeal, ArbCom is expressing that, based on the information available to it, it believes that the problems that led to the sanction are unlikely to recur. Granting an appeal does not necessarily mean that the initial decision that resulted in the sanction was incorrect at the time, unless the appeal announcement specifically says so. The rationales for granting appeals are, in general, the same as those arising from on-wiki process, but for reasons of privacy or jurisdiction, the appeal is heard by ArbCom.

An editor whose appeal was accepted by ArbCom remains subject to all applicable policies, guidelines, and community expectations, the same as any other editor. If there is new misconduct after the successful appeal, the editor may be (re)sanctioned no differently than any other editor. It is not necessary for sanctioning administrators to consult ArbCom in such cases, but if a question or concern arises, they are free to do so.  

ArbCom will continue to consult with the community, or to have appeals posted for review by the community, in appropriate cases.  Such consultations are of particular use where community members are likely to have relevant information or experience that may be unavailable to the arbitrators.

For the arbitration committee, [[User:Barkeep49|Barkeep49]] ([[User_talk:Barkeep49|talk]]) 19:03, 2 February 2022 (UTC)
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== Arbitration motions regarding discretionary sanctions topics ==

As part of its [[WP:DS2021|ongoing discretionary sanctions modernization effort]], the Arbitration Committee has resolved through a series of motions that:

{{Blockquote|1={{ivmbox|1=
[[w:en:Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Senkaku_Islands#Discretionary_sanctions|Remedy 7]] of the ''Senkaku Islands'' case ("Discretionary sanctions") is rescinded. Any actions previously taken in accordance with the discretionary sanctions authorization remain in force and are governed by the [[WP:AC/DS|discretionary sanctions]] procedure.}}|2=[[Special:Permalink/1070147969#Senkaku islands|Motion regarding "Senkaku islands"]]}}
{{Blockquote|1={{ivmbox|1=The first sentence of the [[w:en:Wikipedia:Requests_for_arbitration/Waldorf_education#Modified_by_motion|January 2013 motion]] in the ''Waldorf education'' case (authorizing discretionary sanctions) is stricken. Any actions previously taken in accordance with the discretionary sanctions authorization remain in force and are governed by the [[WP:AC/DS|discretionary sanctions]] procedure.}}|2=[[Special:Permalink/1070147969#Waldorf education|Motion regarding "Waldorf education"]]}}
{{Blockquote|1={{ivmbox|1=The first sentence of the [[w:en:Wikipedia:Requests_for_arbitration/Ancient_Egyptian_race_controversy#Discretionary_sanctions_(January_2014)|January 2014 motion]] in the ''Ancient Egyptian race controversy'' case (authorizing discretionary sanctions) is stricken. Any actions previously taken in accordance with the discretionary sanctions authorization remain in force and are governed by the [[WP:AC/DS|discretionary sanctions]] procedure.}}|2=[[Special:Permalink/1070147969#Ancient Egyptian race controversy|Motion regarding "Ancient Egyptian race controversy"]]}}
{{Blockquote|1= {{ivmbox|1=[[w:en:Wikipedia:Requests_for_arbitration/Scientology#Discretionary_topic_ban|Remedy 4.1]] of the ''Scientology'' case ("Discretionary sanctions authorised") is rescinded. Any actions previously taken in accordance with the discretionary sanctions authorization remain in force and are governed by the [[WP:AC/DS|discretionary sanctions]] procedure.}}|2=[[Special:Permalink/1070147969#Scientology|Motion regarding "Scientology"]]}}
{{Blockquote|1={{ivmbox|1=The [[w:en:Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Landmark_Worldwide#Discretionary_sanctions_(January_2015)|January 2015 motion]] in the ''Landmark Worldwide'' case (authorizing discretionary sanctions) is rescinded. Any actions previously taken in accordance with the discretionary sanctions authorization remain in force and are governed by the [[WP:AC/DS|discretionary sanctions]] procedure.}}|2=[[Special:Permalink/1070147969#Landmark worldwide|Motion regarding "Landmark worldwide"]]}}
{{Blockquote|1={{ivmbox|1=
# [[w:en:Wikipedia:Requests_for_arbitration/Neuro-linguistic_programming#Mentorship|Remedy 5]] of the ''Neuro-linguistic programming'' case ("Mentorship") is rescinded.
# [[w:en:Wikipedia:Requests_for_arbitration/Occupation_of_Latvia#Article_probation_2|Remedy 2.1]] of the ''Occupation of Latvia'' case ("Article probation") is rescinded.
# [[w:en:Wikipedia:Requests_for_arbitration/Shiloh#Article-related_Probation|Remedy 2]] of the ''Shiloh'' case ("Article-related Probation") is rescinded.
# [[w:en:Wikipedia:Requests_for_arbitration/Obama_articles#Articles_semi-protected|Remedy 14.3]] of the ''Obama articles'' case ("Articles semi-protected") is rescinded.
# The Arbitration Committee clarifies that the article probation referenced in [[w:en:Wikipedia:Requests_for_arbitration/Obama_articles#Articles_placed_on_probation|Finding of Fact 3]] of the ''Obama articles'' case ("Articles placed on probation") and subject to review in [[w:en:Wikipedia:Requests_for_arbitration/Obama_articles#Article_probation_review|Remedy 1.1]] of the ''Obama articles'' case ("Article probation review") is no longer in effect pursuant to a [[w:en:Wikipedia:Administrators%27_noticeboard/IncidentArchive878#Barack_Obama.2C_article_probation.2C_past_its_sell-by_date|March 2015 community discussion]], but related articles may be covered by remedies in the [[w:en:Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/American politics 2|''American politics 2'']] case. 
Any actions previously taken in accordance with the foregoing remedies remain in force, and appeals and modifications therefrom shall be governed by the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Procedures#Standard provision: appeals and modifications|standard procedure for arbitration enforcement appeals]].}}|2=[[Special:Permalink/1070147969#Article probation revocation|Motion regarding "Article probation revocation"]]}}
{{Blockquote|1={{ivmbox|1=
[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Transcendental Meditation movement#Standard discretionary sanctions|Remedy 7]] of the ''Transcendental Meditation movement'' case ("Standard discretionary sanctions") is rescinded. Any actions previously taken in accordance with the discretionary sanctions authorization remain in force and are governed by the [[WP:AC/DS|discretionary sanctions]] procedure.}}|2=[[Special:Permalink/1070147969#Transcendental Meditation movement|Motion regarding "Transcendental Meditation movement"]]}}
{{Blockquote|1={{ivmbox|1=Remedies 6, 7, and 8 of the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Asmahan|''Asmahan'']] case (relating to article probation and discretionary sanctions) are rescinded.{{pb}}

[[Wikipedia:Requests_for_arbitration/Waterboarding#General_restriction|Remedy 2]] of the ''[[Wikipedia:Requests_for_arbitration/Waterboarding|Waterboarding]]'' case ("General restriction") is rescinded. Where appropriate, the discretionary sanctions authorized in the ''[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/American politics 2|American politics 2]]'' case may continue to be used. {{pb}}

Any actions previously taken in accordance with the foregoing remedies remain in force, and appeals and modifications therefrom shall be governed by the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Procedures#Standard provision: appeals and modifications|standard procedure for arbitration enforcement appeals]].}}|2=[[Special:Permalink/1070147969#Obsolete probation-like sanctions|Motion regarding "Obsolete probation-like sanctions"]]}}

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|KevinL]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 23:35, 5 February 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 48|Arbitration motions regarding discretionary sanctions topics}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 23:36, 5 February 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Arbitration motion regarding HazelBasil and SquareInARoundHole ==

For intractable differences of opinions and conduct both on- and off-wiki, the Committee resolves that {{user|HazelBasil}} and {{user|SquareInARoundHole}} are placed under an indefinite interaction ban, pursuant to [[WP:BANEX|the standard exceptions]]. This also precludes SquareInARoundHole from editing the [[Ashley Gjøvik]] article.

In addition, for comments and conduct made both on- and off-wiki, HazelBasil is indefinitely blocked from editing Wikipedia.

For the Arbitration Committee,
[[User:Primefac|Primefac]] ([[User talk:Primefac|talk]]) 19:06, 11 February 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 48|Arbitration motion regarding HazelBasil and SquareInARoundHole}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 19:06, 11 February 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Arbitration motion regarding Timwi ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1071296297#Timwi:Motion_Timwi_warned|motion]] that:

{{Ivmbox|1=The "Timwi" request for arbitration is resolved as follows:

The Committee recognizes Timwi's long service, and encourages his continued editing. However, {{admin|Timwi|Timwi}} is warned that the use of the administrator toolset must conform to the policies set by the community. He should especially take note of [[WP:ADMINACCT]], and remember that the toolset is not to be used to further content or policy disputes. The Committee will consider any further misuse of the toolset within a two-year period to be immediate cause for opening de-sysop proceedings.
}}

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Amortias|Amortias]] ([[User talk:Amortias|T]])([[Special:Contributions/Amortias|C]]) 22:21, 11 February 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 48|Arbitration motion regarding Timwi}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 22:48, 11 February 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Arbitration motion regarding ''Jonathunder'' ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1074178639#Motion:_Accept_and_suspend_(2)|motion]] that:

{{Ivmbox|1=The "Jonathunder" request for arbitration is accepted. This case will be opened but suspended for a period of six months.<ref group=note>The case has been opened at [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Jonathunder]].</ref>

If {{user|Jonathunder}} should return to active editing on the English Wikipedia during this time and request that this case be resumed, the Arbitration Committee shall unsuspend the case by motion and it will proceed through the normal arbitration process. Such a request may be made by email to {{email|arbcom-en|wikimedia.org}} or at the clerks' noticeboard. Jonathunder is temporarily desysopped for the duration of the case. 

If such a request is not made within six months of this motion or if Jonathunder resigns his administrative tools, this case shall be automatically closed, and Jonathunder shall be permanently desysopped. If tools are resigned or removed, in the circumstances described above, Jonathunder may regain the administrative tools at any time only via a successful [[WP:RFA|request for adminship]].}}

{{Reflist-talk|title=|group=note}}

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|KevinL]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 21:38, 26 February 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 48|Arbitration motion regarding Jonathunder}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 21:38, 26 February 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Skepticism and coordinated editing]] closed ==

An arbitration case regarding [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Skepticism and coordinated editing|Skepticism and coordinated editing]] has now closed and the final decision is viewable at the link above. The following remedies have been enacted:

* {{user|Rp2006}} is warned against a battleground mentality and further incivility.
* Rp2006 is indefinitely [[WP:TBAN|topic banned]] from edits related to [[WP:BLP|living people]] associated with or of interest to [[scientific skepticism]], broadly construed. This topic ban may be appealed after six months have elapsed and every six months thereafter.
* {{user|A. C. Santacruz}} is reminded to remain collegial in editing and interacting with others.
* {{user|Roxy the dog}} is warned to remain collegial in editing and interacting with others.
* [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Skepticism and coordinated editing#Guerrilla Skepticism on Wikipedia (GSoW)|Guerrilla Skepticism on Wikipedia]] (GSoW) is advised that a presence on English Wikipedia, perhaps as its own WikiProject or as a task force of WikiProject Skepticism, will create more transparency and lessen some of the kinds of suspicion and conflict that preceded this case. It could also provide a place for the GSoW to get community feedback about its training which would increase its effectiveness.
* Editors are reminded that [[WP:BLPDS|discretionary sanctions for biographies of living people]] have been authorized since 2014. Editors named in this decision shall be considered [[WP:AWARE|aware]] of these discretionary sanctions under awareness criterion 1.

For the Arbitration Committee,
&#8211;<span style="font-family:CG Times, times">[[User:MJL|<span style="color:black">MJL</span>]]&thinsp;[[User talk:MJL|‐'''Talk'''‐]]<sup>[[User:MJL/P|☖]]</sup></span> 05:04, 3 March 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Skepticism and coordinated editing closed}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 05:06, 3 March 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Arbitration motion regarding ''Geschichte'' ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1077567560#Motion:_Open_and_suspend_case_(1)|motion]] that:

{{Ivmbox|1=The "Geschichte" request for arbitration is accepted. This case will be opened but suspended for a period of three months.<ref group=note>The case has been opened at [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Geschichte]].</ref>

If {{user|Geschichte}} should return to active editing on the English Wikipedia during this time and request that this case be resumed, the Arbitration Committee shall unsuspend the case by motion and it will proceed through the normal arbitration process. Such a request may be made by email to {{arbcom-en}} or at the [[WT:AC/C|clerks' noticeboard]]. Geschichte is temporarily desysopped for the duration of the case. 

If such a request is not made within three months of this motion or if Geschichte resigns his administrative tools, this case shall be automatically closed, and Geschichte shall be permanently desysopped. If tools are resigned or removed, in the circumstances described above, Geschichte may regain the administrative tools at any time only via a successful [[WP:RFA|request for adminship]].}}

{{Reflist-talk|title=|group=note}}

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|KevinL]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 04:57, 17 March 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Arbitration motion regarding Geschichte}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 04:58, 17 March 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Arbitration motion regarding Supreme Deliciousness ==

Following an [[Special:Permalink/1078239788#Amendment_request:_Kurds_and_Kurdistan|amendment request]], the Arbitration Committee has resolved the following by [[Special:Permalink/1078239788#Motion Kurds and Kurdistan|motion]]:
{{ivmbox|[[User:Supreme Deliciousness|Supreme Deliciousness']] topic ban from Kurds and Kurdistan, broadly construed is lifted subject to a probationary period lasting twelve months from the date this motion is enacted. During this period, any uninvolved administrator may re-impose the topic ban as an arbitration enforcement action, subject to appeal only to the Arbitration Committee. If the probationary period elapses without incident, the topic ban is to be considered permanently lifted.}}
For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:GeneralNotability|GeneralNotability]] ([[User talk:GeneralNotability|talk]]) 16:20, 20 March 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Arbitration motion regarding Supreme Deliciousness}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 16:21, 20 March 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== MustafaO unblocked ==

Following a successful appeal to the Arbitration Committee, {{user|MustafaO}} is unblocked, subject to a one-account restriction. [[User:Primefac|Primefac]] ([[User talk:Primefac|talk]]) 12:52, 21 March 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|MustafaO unblocked}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 12:53, 21 March 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Arbitration motion: Opening of proceedings amendment ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1079905119#Opening_of_proceedings_amendment|motion]] that:
{{ivmbox|1=The Arbitration Committee procedure on "Opening of proceedings" ({{slink|Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Procedures#Opening of proceedings}}) is amended so the first line reads:
{{tq|A case is eligible to be opened when it meets all of the following criteria}}
}}
For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|KevinL]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 07:55, 29 March 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Arbitration motion: Opening of proceedings amendment}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 07:56, 29 March 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Proposed motion to modify the Arbitration Committee Procedures ==

The Arbitration Committee is voting on [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Motions#Clerk terms|a motion]] to modify the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Procedures|procedures]] to clarify activity expectations for its clerks.

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Guerillero|<span style="color: #0b0080">Guerillero</span>]] <sup>[[User_talk:Guerillero|<span style="color: green;">Parlez Moi</span>]]</sup> 08:35, 18 April 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Proposed motion to modify the Arbitration Committee Procedures}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 08:36, 18 April 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Changes to the functionary team ==

Following a request to the committee, the CheckUser and Oversight permissions of [[User:Ks0stm|Ks0stm]] are restored.

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User talk:Maxim|<span style="font-family:Arial"><span style="color:#FF7133">Maxim</span><sub><small style="color:blue;">(talk)</small></sub></span>]]'''  19:50, 21 April 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Changes to the functionary team}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 19:50, 21 April 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Arbitration motion regarding clerk terms ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1084812241#Clerk terms|motion]] that:
{{ivmbox|1=The Arbitration Committee procedures is amended to add a new section "Clerks" (level 2) and a subsection entitled "Terms" with the following text:
<blockquote>
Trainee clerks will have a term of up to 1 year after their appointment as a trainee to be promoted to full clerk. This term may be extended by the Committee.

Full clerks will be asked to confirm their desire to stay a clerk every 2 years, from the date they were appointed as a full clerk. There are no term limits for full clerks.
</blockquote>
}}
For the Arbitration Committee, &#8211;<span style="font-family:CG Times, times">[[User:MJL|<span style="color:black">MJL</span>]]&thinsp;[[User talk:MJL|‐'''Talk'''‐]]<sup>[[User:MJL/P|☖]]</sup></span> 19:21, 26 April 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Arbitration motion regarding clerk terms}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 19:22, 26 April 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Arbitration motion regarding ''St Christopher'' ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1084812241#St Christopher|motion]] that:
{{ivmbox|1=[[Wikipedia:Requests_for_arbitration/St_Christopher#Single-purpose_accounts_restrained|Remedy 2]] of the St Christopher case ("Single-purpose accounts restrained") is rescinded. Any actions previously taken in accordance with this remedy remain in force.}}
For the Arbitration Committee, &#8211;<span style="font-family:CG Times, times">[[User:MJL|<span style="color:black">MJL</span>]]&thinsp;[[User talk:MJL|‐'''Talk'''‐]]<sup>[[User:MJL/P|☖]]</sup></span> 19:38, 26 April 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Arbitration motion regarding St Christopher}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 19:39, 26 April 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Arbitration motion regarding ''Ryulong'' ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1086722133#Motion:_Mythdon_restriction_lifted|motion]] that:

{{ivmbox|{{U|Mythdon}}'s topic ban from editing any page that falls under [[WP:WikiProject Tokusatsu|WikiProject Tokusatsu]] (including articles), and any discussions relating to those pages, broadly construed, is lifted. }}

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|KevinL]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 23:32, 7 May 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Arbitration motion regarding Ryulong}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 23:33, 7 May 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Arbitration motion regarding ''Rachel Marsden'' ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1087968989#Rachel Marsden|motion]] that:

{{ivmbox|1=[[Wikipedia:Requests for arbitration/Rachel Marsden#Articles which relate to Rachel Marsden|Remedy 2]] of the Rachel Marsden case ("Articles which relate to Rachel Marsden") is rescinded.}}

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 14:37, 15 May 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Arbitration motion regarding Rachel Marsden}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 14:37, 15 May 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Changes to the functionaries team ==
At {{their|Ivanvector}} request by email to the committee, the CheckUser permissions of {{noping|Ivanvector}} are removed. The Arbitration Committee sincerely thanks Ivanvector for {{their|Ivanvector}} long service as a functionary.

For the Arbitration Committee,
[[User:Barkeep49|Barkeep49]] ([[User_talk:Barkeep49|talk]]) 15:05, 20 May 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Changes to the functionaries team}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 15:05, 20 May 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/WikiProject Tropical Cyclones]] closed ==

An arbitration case [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/WikiProject Tropical Cyclones]] has now closed and the final decision is viewable at the link above. The following remedies have been enacted:

* {{user|MarioProtIV}} is indefinitely banned from closing, or reopening, any discussion outside their own user talk space. This restriction may be appealed after 12 months. 
* {{user|Chlod}} is warned about using off-wiki platforms in an attempt to win on-wiki disputes. 
* {{user|Elijahandskip}} is warned about using off-wiki platforms in an attempt to win on-wiki disputes. 
* {{user|LightandDark2000}} is indefinitely topic banned from pages about weather, broadly construed. This ban may be appealed six months after the enactment of this remedy, and every twelve months thereafter. 
* MarioProtIV is indefinitely topic banned from pages about weather, broadly construed. This ban may be appealed six months after the enactment of this remedy, and every twelve months thereafter. 
* A set of best practices for leaders and/or moderators of off-wiki chat platforms to consider adopting

For the Arbitration Committee, --[[User:Guerillero|<span style="color: #0b0080">Guerillero</span>]] <sup>[[User_talk:Guerillero|<span style="color: green;">Parlez Moi</span>]]</sup> 14:27, 27 May 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/WikiProject Tropical Cyclones closed}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 14:28, 27 May 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Firefly promoted to full clerk ==

The Arbitration Committee is pleased to announce that {{user|Firefly}} has been appointed a full clerk, effective immediately, concluding his successful traineeship.

The arbitration clerk team is often in need of new members, and any editor who meets the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration_Committee/Clerks#Appointments|expectations for appointment]] and would like to join the clerk team is welcome to apply by e-mail to {{clerks-l}}.

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|KevinL]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 16:42, 25 June 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Firefly promoted to full clerk}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 16:43, 25 June 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Geschichte]] closed ==

An arbitration case regarding [[User:Geschichte]] has now closed. The Arbitration Committee resolved by motion in March to suspend the case, which could be unsuspended if Geschichte requested it within three months. Because Geschichte has not requested that the case be unsuspended, the case has been automatically closed. The motion which has now closed the case is [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Geschichte#Motion:_Open_and_suspend_case_(1)_2]].

For the arbitration committee, [[User:GeneralNotability|GeneralNotability]] ([[User talk:GeneralNotability|talk]]) 20:56, 31 July 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Geschichte closed}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 20:57, 31 July 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Conduct in deletion-related editing]] closed  ==

An arbitration case [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Conduct in deletion-related editing]] has now closed and the final decision is viewable at the link above. The following remedies have been enacted:

* {{user|1=7&6=thirteen}} is topic banned from deletion discussions, broadly construed.
* {{user|Johnpacklambert}} is banned from taking the following actions: (1) participating in deletion discussions, broadly construed; (2) [[w:en:WP:PROD|proposing an article for deletion]] ("PRODing"), but not contesting a proposed deletion ("de-PRODing"); and (3) turning an article into a redirect.
* {{user|Lugnuts}} is warned against making personal attacks, engaging in battleground behavior in deletion discussions, and other disruptive deletion behavior.
* Lugnuts is banned from taking the following actions: (1) participating in deletion discussions, broadly construed; (2) contesting a proposed deletion ("de-PRODing"); and (3) creating articles that comprise less than 500 words, including converting redirects into articles.
* Lugnuts is indefinitely banned from Wikipedia.
* {{user|TenPoundHammer}} is topic banned from deletion discussions, broadly construed.
* The Arbitration Committee requests comment from the community on how to handle mass nominations at Articles for Deletion.

For the Arbitration Committee, -- [[User:Guerillero|<span style="color: #0b0080">Guerillero</span>]] <sup>[[User_talk:Guerillero|<span style="color: green;">Parlez Moi</span>]]</sup> 22:02, 2 August 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Conduct in deletion-related editing closed}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 22:03, 2 August 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Special Circumstances Blocks ==

In 2010, the Arbitration Committee released a [[w:en:Wikipedia:Arbitration_Committee/Noticeboard/Archive_6#Statement_on_checkuser_blocks|statement]] about checkuser blocks and the ways that they may be contested and appealed. In that statement, the committee also addressed the rare practice of blocks that are designated as appealable only to the Arbitration Committee. Much has changed since that time, including the introduction of [[Wikipedia:Arbitration_Committee/Noticeboard/Archive_9#Arbitration_motion_regarding_Oversight-related_blocks|Oversight Blocks]] and the [[w:en:Special:Diff/694455692|assumption of responsibility by the Wikimedia Foundation]] over some kinds of [[WP:CHILD|child protection]] matters. Accordingly, we would like to update our prior guidance.

*'''Off-wiki evidence of [[w:en:WP:SOCK|sockpuppetry]], [[WP:UPE|undeclared paid editing]], or other spam concerns:''' The Arbitration Committee has previously established special [[m:VRTS|VRTS]] email queues accessible to all checkusers where private information relating to such concerns should be sent. Checkusers may issue blocks or take other measures based on information received in these queues. Concerns should be sent to:
** '''{{NonSpamEmail|paid-en-wp|wikipedia.org}}'''{{snd}}for undisclosed paid editing and spam concerns. Any resulting blocks will be labeled as paid editing or spam blocks and give the VRTS ticket number.
** '''{{NonSpamEmail|checkuser-en-wp|wikipedia.org}}'''{{snd}}for other checkuser-related concerns. If checkuser data is used as part of a block's justification, the block may be labeled as a [[WP:CUBLOCK|checkuser block]]. Otherwise, any resulting blocks should give the appropriate block rationale and give the VRTS ticket number.
*'''Editors who should be [[Wikipedia:Oversight#Oversight_blocks|oversight blocked]]:''' Evidence should be passed to [[WP:RFO|the oversight team]], who will decide whether any block is necessary under [[WP:OSBLOCK|policy]].
*'''Highly sensitive and private information:''' If a potential block is based on highly sensitive information (e.g. a block of an account believed to be, but not actually confirmed as, a [[Wikipedia:Biographies_of_living_persons#Public_figures|public figure]]), the information can be sent directly to the Arbitration Committee ({{NonSpamEmail|arbcom-en|wikimedia.org}}) for consideration. This is true even if it falls into one of the categories above. The Committee may evaluate the submission and resolve the report itself or decide that it is actually appropriate for consideration by another group or on-wiki.

Administrators should contact the appropriate group rather than issue a block covered above. In unusual and/or extraordinary circumstances, an administrator may decide to [[WP:IAR|ignore all rules]] and place a block appealable only to the Arbitration Committee without first consulting one of the groups mentioned above. In this case, it remains the responsibility of the administrator to ''immediately'' contact the Arbitration Committee with the appropriate evidence and reasoning for the block (see also the [[w:en:Special:Permalink/509436458#Reminder_concerning_"review_by_ArbCom_only"_blocks|2012 reminder]] on this topic). 

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Barkeep49|Barkeep49]] ([[User_talk:Barkeep49|talk]]) 14:44, 8 August 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Special Circumstances Blocks}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 14:44, 8 August 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Deletion RfC moderator appointments ==

As part of the ''[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Conduct_in_deletion-related_editing|Conduct in deletion-related editing]]'' case, the Arbitration Committee [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Conduct_in_deletion-related_editing#Request_for_Comment|decided]] to request community comments on issues related to mass nominations at Articles for Deletion in a discussion to be moderated and closed by editors appointed by the committee.

{{user|Valereee}} and {{user|Xeno}} are appointed as co-moderators for the discussion. The co-moderators will jointly exercise [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Conduct in deletion-related editing#Request for Comment|the responsibilities assigned by the 2 August 2022 decision]], which remains in full effect. The panel of three closing editors will be announced on a later date. 

{{user|Wugapodes}} will serve as their committee liaison. The committee liaison will facilitate communication between the co-moderators and the full committee to ensure the process is carried out efficiently. 

The Arbitration Committee sincerely thanks the co-moderators for accepting their appointments and assisting the community in holding this discussion.

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|KevinL]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 17:39, 16 August 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Deletion RfC moderator appointments}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 17:40, 16 August 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Deletion RfC Closers sought ==

As part of the ''[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Conduct_in_deletion-related_editing|Conduct in deletion-related editing]]'' case, the Arbitration Committee [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Conduct_in_deletion-related_editing#Request_for_Comment|decided]] to request community comments on issues related to mass nominations at Articles for Deletion in a discussion to be moderated and closed by editors appointed by the committee. 

ArbCom is getting ready to appoint the 3 closer panel. Some editors have already contacted the committee to express their interest; thanks to those who have already volunteered. ArbCom would like to let the community as a whole know that we're looking for these closers. If you're interested in being a closer please send us an [[Special:Email/Arbitration Committee|email]] to let us know. For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Barkeep49|Barkeep49]] ([[User_talk:Barkeep49|talk]]) 00:25, 21 August 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Deletion RfC Closers sought}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 00:25, 21 August 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Statement regarding harassment on off-wiki chat platforms ==

In recent years, the Arbitration Committee has referred several cases of off-wiki harassment involving off-wiki chat platforms (e.g. [[WP:IRC|IRC]], [[WP:Discord|Discord]], [[m:Telegram|Telegram]]) to the [[m:Trust and Safety|Wikimedia Foundation Trust and Safety team]] (T&S). While these cases were not part of T&S's original core mandate, ArbCom made these referrals because these chat platforms are not supervised by any particular project community and allegations often involve non-public information. The Arbitration Committee has therefore asked T&S to further develop its policy and communication options for responding to these cases and has specifically asked T&S to consider updates to the [[meta:Event Ban policy|global event ban policy]] to more effectively handle harassment in virtual, off-wiki spaces. 

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|KevinL]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 05:35, 22 August 2022 (UTC)
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== [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Jonathunder]] closed automatically ==

An arbitration case regarding [[User:Jonathunder|Jonathunder]] has now closed. The Arbitration Committee resolved by motion in February to suspend the case, which could be unsuspended on request by Jonathunder within six months. Jonathunder has not requested that the case be revived, and therefore it has been automatically closed. The motion triggering this process is [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Jonathunder#Motion_(February_2022)|available to read here]] at the case page.

For the arbitration committee, [[User:Firefly|<span style="color:#850808;">firefly</span>]] <small>( [[User talk:Firefly|t]] · [[Special:Contributions/Firefly|c]] )</small> 09:24, 28 August 2022 (UTC)
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== Muhammed images Discretionary sanctions ==
The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Diff/1107517787#Sunset_of_Muhammed_images|motion]] that:
[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Muhammad images#Discretionary sanctions|Remedy 8.1]] of the ''Muhammad images'' case ("Discretionary sanctions") is rescinded two months after this motion is enacted. Any actions previously taken in accordance with the discretionary sanctions authorization remain in force and are governed by the [[WP:AC/DS|discretionary sanctions]] procedure.

'''Support:''' Barkeep49, BDD, Donald Albury, Enterprisey, Izno, Maxim, Wugapodes</br>
'''Opposed:''' CaptainEek, WormThatTurned

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Barkeep49|Barkeep49]] ([[User_talk:Barkeep49|talk]]) 20:29, 31 August 2022 (UTC)
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== pre-RfC mass-article creation discussion has begun ==

As part of the ''[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Conduct_in_deletion-related_editing|Conduct in deletion-related editing]]'' case, the Arbitration Committee [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Conduct_in_deletion-related_editing#Request_for_Comment|decided]] to request community comments on issues related to mass nominations at Articles for Deletion in a discussion to be moderated and closed by editors appointed by the committee.

Workshopping for the first of two discussions (which focuses on mass article creation) has begun and feedback can be given at [[Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Requests for comment/Article creation at scale]]. As [[Special:PermanentLink/1104746689#Deletion_RfC_moderator_appointments|previously announced]], {{u|Valereee}} and {{u|Xeno}} will be co-moderating these discussions.

For the Arbitration Committee, &#8211;<span style="font-family:CG Times, times">[[User:MJL|<span style="color:black">MJL</span>]]&thinsp;[[User talk:MJL|‐'''Talk'''‐]]<sup>[[User:MJL/P|☖]]</sup></span> 22:08, 31 August 2022 (UTC)

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== Discretionary sanctions draft: community comment ==

The next phase of the ongoing discretionary sanctions amendment process has opened. The drafting arbitrators (CaptainEek, L235, and Wugapodes) have posted a draft of the amendments [[Wikipedia:Arbitration_Committee/Discretionary_sanctions/2021-22_review/Phase_II_consultation|here]], together with draft language, and invite community comments. We would like to note that this public consultation includes a draft of the amendments for the purposes of indicating possible areas for amendment; community comments will be instrumental in identifying what reforms are desirable to proceed on, and whether the draft is missing appropriate amendments. The Phase 2 Consultation will end on October 3rd. For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:CaptainEek|<span style="color:#6a1f7f">'''CaptainEek'''</span>]] <sup>[[User talk:CaptainEek|<span style="font-size:82%"><span style="color:#a479e5">''Edits Ho Cap'n!''</span></span>]]</sup>[[Special:Contributions/CaptainEek|⚓]] 16:57, 3 September 2022 (UTC)
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== 2022 CheckUser and Oversight appointments: announcement ==

The Arbitration Committee is seeking to [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/CheckUser and Oversight/2022 CUOS appointments|appoint additional editors to the Checkuser and Oversight teams]]. The arbitrators overseeing this will be Barkeep49, Cabayi and Primefac.
The usernames of all applicants will be shared with the [[WP:FUNK|Functionaries team]], and they will assist in the vetting process.
This year's timeline is as follows:
* 5 September to 17 September: Candidates may self-nominate by contacting the Arbitration Committee at {{nospam|arbcom-en-c|wikimedia.org}}.
* 18 September to 22 September: The Arbitration Committee and Functionaries will vet the candidates.
* 23 September to 25 September: The committee will notify candidates going forward for community consultation and create the candidate subpages containing the submitted nomination statements.
* 26 September to 5 October: Nomination statements will be published and the candidates are invited to answer questions publicly. The community is invited and encouraged to participate.
* By 16 October: Appointments will be announced.

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Cabayi|Cabayi]] ([[User talk:Cabayi|talk]]) 21:12, 4 September 2022 (UTC)
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== Lightbreather unban appeal ==

The Arbitration Committee is considering an unban appeal from {{User|Lightbreather}}. Interested editors may give feedback to the committee at [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Motions#Lightbreather_unban_appeal|here]]. For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Barkeep49|Barkeep49]] ([[User_talk:Barkeep49|talk]]) 15:24, 6 September 2022 (UTC)
: Discuss this at: '''[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Motions#Community_discussion_2|Lightbreather unban appeal]]'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 15:25, 6 September 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Level 1 desysop of Staxringold ==

Under [[WP:LEVEL1|the Level 1 desysopping procedures]] the administrator permissions of {{admin|Staxringold}} have been temporarily removed as a suspected compromised account.

Supporting: L235, Barkeep49, CaptainEek

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|KevinL]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 21:00, 10 September 2022 (UTC)
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== Request for comment closers appointed ==

As part of the ''[[w:en:Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Conduct_in_deletion-related_editing|Conduct in deletion-related editing]]'' case, the Arbitration Committee [[w:en:Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Conduct_in_deletion-related_editing#Request_for_Comment|decided]] to request community comments on issues related to mass nominations at Articles for Deletion in a discussion to be moderated and closed by editors appointed by the committee.

{{user|KrakatoaKatie}}, {{user|RoySmith}}, and {{user|TheSandDoctor}} are appointed as closers for this discussion. The Arbitration Committee sincerely thanks the closers for accepting their appointments and assisting the community in holding this discussion.

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Barkeep49|Barkeep49]] ([[User_talk:Barkeep49|talk]]) 14:35, 13 September 2022 (UTC)
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== Change to the CheckUser team ==

At her request by email to the committee, the CheckUser permissions of [[User:GorillaWarfare|GorillaWarfare]] are removed. The Arbitration Committee sincerely thanks GorillaWarfare for her long service as a CheckUser, and her continuing service as an Oversighter. For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Wugapodes|Wugapodes]] ([[User talk:Wugapodes|talk]]) 20:02, 16 September 2022 (UTC)
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== Arbitration motion regarding ''Conduct in deletion-related editing'' ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1111557733#Conduct in deletion-related editing RfC|motion]] that:

{{ivmbox|1=
In order to reaffirm the independence of the RfC authorized by the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Conduct in deletion-related editing|''Conduct in deletion-related editing'' case]], and to ratify the moderators' decision to hold two sequential RfCs, [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Conduct_in_deletion-related_editing#Request_for_Comment|Remedy 11]] ("Request for Comment") is amended as follows:
* The second point is amended to read as follows: "The moderator(s), with community feedback, will be responsible for developing the questions presented. <ins>The moderator(s) may decide to split the questions over two sequential requests for comment; in the event that they choose to do so, the closing panel will close both RfCs. In the event that a member of the closing panel is no longer available to close the second request for comment, that member will be replaced by the Arbitration Committee upon request.</ins>"
* The sixth point is amended to read as follows: "Any appeals of a moderator decision <del>or of the panel close</del> may only be made to the Arbitration Committee at [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Clarification and Amendment]]. <ins>The community retains the ability to amend the outcomes of the RfC through a subsequent community-wide request for comment.</ins>"
}}
For the Arbitration Committee, &#8211;<span style="font-family:CG Times, times">[[User:MJL|<span style="color:black">MJL</span>]]&thinsp;[[User talk:MJL|‐'''Talk'''‐]]<sup>[[User:MJL/P|☖]]</sup></span> 16:47, 21 September 2022 (UTC)
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== Arbitration motion regarding Lightbreather ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1111600387#Lightbreather unban (alt)|motion]] that:

{{ivmbox|{{Diff2|892699375|Lightbreather:_Site-ban|Remedy 1}} of the ''Lightbreather case'' is suspended for a probationary period lasting twelve months from the date this motion is enacted. During this period, any uninvolved administrator may block {{user|Lightbreather}} for any of the behaviors identified in the {{Diff2|892699375|Findings_of_fact|Findings of Fact}} or for failure to adhere to any normal [[:Category:Wikipedia behavioral policies and guidelines|editorial process or expectations]] as an Arbitration Enforcement action for up to 1 year. Any block 3 months or longer should be reported to the [[WP:ARCA|Arbitration Committee]] for automatic review. The committee will consider presented evidence and statements before deciding by motion what, if any, actions are necessary, up to and including reinstating a site ban. In the event that no administrator imposes such a block, the remedy will automatically lapse after twelve months. Restrictions detailed in remedies 2-6 remain in place until actively appealed.}}

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 21:55, 21 September 2022 (UTC)
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== Staxringold restoration of permissions ==

The Wikimedia Foundation has determined that {{user|Staxringold}} is back in control of his account. The Arbitration Committee has corresponded with Staxringold and, based on all available information, is assured that he will follow [[w:en:Wikipedia:Administrators#Security|appropriate personal security practices]] in the future. The Committee therefore restores his administrative access.

The Arbitration Committee is of the view that additional clarity about the Committee's [[w:en:WP:RETURN|return-of-adminship practices]] relating to account security is necessary. The Committee therefore invites interested community members to comment on the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Motions#Return of permissions motion|relevant motion]].

Support: Barkeep49, CaptainEek, Enterprisey, L235, Maxim, Primefac, Worm That Turned, Wugapodes

Oppose: Cabayi, Donald Albury, Izno

For the Arbitration Committee,
'''[[User talk:Maxim|<span style="font-family:Arial"><span style="color:#FF7133">Maxim</span><sub><small style="color:blue;">(talk)</small></sub></span>]]'''  17:40, 26 September 2022 (UTC)
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== RfC which may be of interest ==

[[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Requests for comment/Article creation at scale]] [[User:Valereee|Valereee]] ([[User talk:Valereee|talk]]) 13:57, 4 October 2022 (UTC)

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== Resignation of Donald Albury ==

I am resigning from the Arbitration Committee with an effective date of December 31, 2022. I am announcing my resignation now in order to allow the election of someone to complete the second year of my term through the annual election process that will start shortly.

I have not been contributing to the behind-the-scenes work of the committee, which is not fair to the other members of the committee (although they have been kind enough to not mention that to me). While I have not been contributing to that behind-the-scenes committee work, I have found that the time I spend reading e-mails and the project pages that are relevant to the committee's work is more than I enjoy spending. I have decided that I just want to go back to being an editor who occasionally performs an admin action.

I wish to thank everybody who voted for me last year, and hope you are not too disappointed that I am not completing my term. I also wish to thank my fellow ArbCom members for their support of, and patience with, me. My exposure to the inner workings of this part of the governance of the English Wikipedia has been reassuring to me about the durability and fairness of such governance. [[User talk:Donald Albury|Donald Albury]] 18:17, 5 October 2022 (UTC)
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== 2022 CheckUser and Oversight appointments: candidates appointed ==

The Arbitration Committee is pleased to welcome the following editors to the functionary team:

* {{userlinks|Blablubbs}} is appointed as a CheckUser.
* {{userlinks|Firefly}} is appointed as a CheckUser.

The committee thanks all members of the community who participated and helped bring this process to a successful conclusion.

For the Arbitration Committee,

[[User:Cabayi|Cabayi]] ([[User talk:Cabayi|talk]]) 09:07, 12 October 2022 (UTC)
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== Changes to the functionary team ==

At his request, the Oversight permissions of [[User:DGG|DGG]] are removed. Also at his request, the Checkuser permissions of [[User:Joe Roe|Joe Roe]] are removed. The Arbitration Committee sincerely thanks both DGG and Joe Roe for their service as an oversighter and a checkuser, respectively. 

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User talk:Maxim|<span style="font-family:Arial"><span style="color:#FF7133">Maxim</span><sub><small style="color:blue;">(talk)</small></sub></span>]]'''  16:31, 12 October 2022 (UTC)
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== Level II desysop of Athaenara ==

The Arbitration Committee has determined that {{user|Athaenara}}’s behavior appears inconsistent with the level of trust required of administrators. Athaenara has not responded to contact from the Arbitration Committee. Accordingly, the Arbitration Committee resolves that Athaenara be desysopped in accordance with the Committee’s [[WP:LEVEL2|Level II removal procedures]].

Support: CaptainEek, Enterprisey, L235, Maxim, Primefac, Worm That Turned 

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|KevinL]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 18:30, 12 October 2022 (UTC)
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== Arbitration motion regarding Athaenara ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1116499056#Motion: Athaenara|motion]] that:
{{ivmbox|1=
This case request was brought to review the administrative status of {{user|Athaenara}}, a then-administrator who was [[Special:Redirect/logid/137737305|indefinitely blocked]] for personal attacks. Subsequently, the Arbitration Committee [[Special:PermanentLink/1115779502#Level II desysop of Athaenara|resolved]] to remove Athaenara’s administrative privileges through its [[WP:LEVEL2|Level II removal procedures]]. This case request is therefore resolved as follows: {{pb}} Athaenara may request that a case be opened and proceed through normal arbitration processes for further consideration of her administrative status by emailing the Arbitration Committee at {{arbcom-en}} within three months of the enactment of this motion. The Committee will then decide whether to open a case or resolve the matter by motion. If Athaenara does not make such a request within the three-month period, {{they|Athaenara}} will remain desysopped and may regain the administrative tools only through a successful [[WP:RFA|request for adminship]].
}}
For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 22:15, 16 October 2022 (UTC)
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== Arbitration motion regarding the reversal and reinstatement of Athaenara’s block ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved [[Special:Permalink/1116502534#Motion: Reversal and reinstatement of Athaenara’s block|by motion]] that:
{{ivmbox|1=
The Arbitration Committee directs its clerks to open a case to examine the reversal and reinstatement of {{user|Athaenara}}’s block, {{user|TheresNoTime}}'s use of the checkuser tool, and connected events. Subject to amendment by the drafting arbitrators, the following rules will govern the case:

* The case title will be [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Reversal_and_reinstatement_of_Athaenara's_block|''Reversal and reinstatement of Athaenara's block'']]. The initial parties will be {{user|Lourdes}} and {{user|TheresNoTime}}.
* The evidence phase will be shortened to one week. Parties are particularly invited to submit statements about their own actions.
* There will be no workshop phase.
* Non-parties are discouraged from submitting evidence that has already been submitted to the Arbitration Committee through the case request process.
* Any case submissions involving non-public information should be directed to the Arbitration Committee by email to {{arbcom-en}}.
}}
For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 22:53, 16 October 2022 (UTC)
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== MJL promoted to full clerk ==

The Arbitration Committee is pleased to announce that {{user|MJL}} has been appointed a full clerk, effective immediately, concluding {{pronoun|MJL|pos}} successful traineeship.

The arbitration clerk team is often in need of new members, and any editor who would like to join the clerk team is welcome to apply by e-mail to {{clerks-l}}.

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Primefac|Primefac]] ([[User talk:Primefac|talk]]) 19:09, 2 November 2022 (UTC)
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== ''Reversal and reinstatement of Athaenara's block'' closed ==

The arbitration case ''[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Reversal and reinstatement of Athaenara's block|Reversal and reinstatement of Athaenara's block]]'' has now closed and the final decision [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Reversal_and_reinstatement_of_Athaenara's_block#Final_decision|has been posted]]. The following remedies and motions are part of the final decision:

*For breaches of Wikipedia's administrative norms, Lourdes is warned.
*For conduct which fell short of the high standards of behavior expected of functionaries, the CheckUser permissions of TheresNoTime are removed. They may seek to regain them only through the usual appointment methods.
*For conduct which fell short of the high standards of behavior expected of functionaries, the Oversight permissions of TheresNoTime are removed. They may seek to regain them only through the usual appointment methods.
*For serious breaches of Wikipedia's administrative norms and of the CheckUser policy, TheresNoTime is admonished.
*The Arbitration Committee wishes to express that {{slink|Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Procedures#Actions by parties to a proceeding}} does not apply to TheresNoTime given that a majority of active arbitrators had opposed desysopping them at the time they relinquished their adminship.

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 23:07, 2 November 2022 (UTC)
: Discuss this at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard|Reversal and reinstatement of Athaenara's block closed}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 23:08, 2 November 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Arbitration motion regarding temporary checkuser privileges for scrutineers ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1120402564#Temporary_checkuser_privileges_for_scrutineers_(November_2022)|motion]] that:

{{ivmbox|1=On recommendation of the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration_Committee_Elections_December_2022/Coordination#Electoral_Commission|Electoral Commission]], temporary English Wikipedia checkuser privileges are granted to [[Meta:stewards|stewards]] [[meta:User:Sotiale|Sotiale]], [[meta:User:Martin_Urbanec|Martin Urbanec]], and [[meta:User:Hasley|Hasley]] solely for the purpose of their acting as [[Wikipedia:Arbitration_Committee_Elections_December_2022/Coordination#Scrutineers|scrutineers]] in the 2022 Arbitration Committee election.}}

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|KevinL]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 20:44, 6 November 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Arbitration motion regarding temporary checkuser privileges for scrutineers}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 20:44, 6 November 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Discretionary sanctions review: proposed decision and community review ==

The [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Discretionary sanctions/2021-22 review/Proposed decision|Proposed Decision phase]] of the [[WP:DS2022|discretionary sanctions review process]] has now opened. A five-day public review period for the proposed decision, before arbitrators cast votes on the proposed decision, is open through November 18. Any interested editors are invited to comment on the [[Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Discretionary sanctions/2021-22 review/Proposed decision|proposed decision talk page]]. '''[[User:L235|KevinL]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 21:54, 13 November 2022 (UTC)
: Comment at: '''[[Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Discretionary sanctions/2021-22 review/Proposed decision]]'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 21:54, 13 November 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Level II desysop of Stephen ==

The Arbitration Committee has determined, through the CheckUser tool, that {{user|Stephen}} has edited while logged out in a manner that harasses another user. The Committee has been unable to establish a satisfactory or alternative explanation after discussion with Stephen. Accordingly, the administrator privileges of Stephen are removed under the Committee's [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Procedures#Removal of permissions|Level II removal procedures]].

Supporting: WormThatTurned, Cabayi, Primefac, Donald Albury, Barkeep49, L235, CaptainEek, Izno, Beeblebrox

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:CaptainEek|<b style="color:#6a1f7f">CaptainEek</b>]] <sup>[[User talk:CaptainEek|<i style="font-size:82%; color:#a479e5">Edits Ho Cap'n!</i>]]</sup>[[Special:Contributions/CaptainEek|⚓]] 18:32, 14 November 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Level II desysop of Stephen}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 18:33, 14 November 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Stephen - case request ==

Consistent with the Arbitration Committee's [[WP:RETURN|procedure on return of permissions]] following expedited removal, {{user|Stephen}} has requested that the Committee open normal arbitration proceedings to examine the [[Special:Permalink/1121893243#Level_II_desysop_of_Stephen|removal of permissions]] and surrounding circumstances. Stephen has additionally requested that the case be heard privately, and the Committee agrees that there are significant privacy issues constituting extraordinary circumstances. Accordingly, the Committee directs its clerks to open an ''in camera'' arbitration case titled "Stephen", with no public evidence or workshop phase. Instead, relevant evidence may be submitted to the Arbitration Committee by email ({{arbcom-en}}).

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Primefac|Primefac]] ([[User talk:Primefac|talk]]) 18:24, 17 November 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Stephen - case request}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 18:25, 17 November 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Arbitration motion regarding contacting admins for Level 2 ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1122681777#Level 2 contacting admins|motion]] that:
{{ivmbox|The first step of the [[Wikipedia:LEVEL2|Level II procedures]] is amended to read:

1. The initiating arbitrator will contact the account via e-mail asking the account to contact arbcom-en and leave a message on the account's talk page alerting the account to the email. If email contact is not possible, the initiating arbitrator will leave a message on the account's talk page asking the account to contact arbcom-en.}}
For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 00:26, 19 November 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Arbitration motion regarding contacting admins for Level 2}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 00:27, 19 November 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Twsabin unblocked ==

Following a successful appeal to the Arbitration Committee, {{user|Twsabin}} is unblocked. Twsabin is indefinitely topic banned from post-1992 American politics, broadly construed. This restriction may be appealed after 6 months have elapsed.

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Izno|Izno]] ([[User talk:Izno|talk]]) 00:16, 7 December 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Twsabin unblocked}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 00:16, 7 December 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== ''[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Stephen|Stephen]]'' arbitration case closed ==

The ''[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Stephen|Stephen]]'' arbitration case has now closed and the final decision is viewable at the link above. The following remedy has been enacted:

*The administrative permissions of Stephen are restored.

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Dreamy Jazz|Dreamy <i style="color:#d00">'''Jazz'''</i>]] <sup>''[[User talk:Dreamy Jazz|talk to me]]'' &#124; ''[[Special:Contribs/Dreamy Jazz|my contributions]]''</sup> 23:08, 7 December 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Stephen arbitration case closed}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 23:08, 7 December 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Contentious topics procedure adopted ==

The Arbitration Committee has concluded the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Discretionary sanctions/2021-22 review|2021-22 review]] of the contentious topics system (formerly known as [[WP:AC/DS|discretionary sanctions]]), and its final decision is viewable at the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Discretionary sanctions/2021-22 review|revision process page]]. As part of the review process, the Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Wikipedia:Arbitration_Committee/Discretionary_sanctions/2021-22_review/Proposed_decision#Motion_to_close|motion]] that:

{{ivmbox|1=The above proposals that are supported by an absolute majority of unrecused active arbitrators are hereby enacted. The drafting arbitrators (CaptainEek, L235, and Wugapodes) are directed to take the actions necessary to bring the proposals enacted by this motion into effect, including by amending the procedures at [[WP:AC/P]] and [[WP:AC/DS]]. The authority granted to the drafting arbitrators by this motion expires one month after enactment. 

The Arbitration Committee thanks all those who have participated in the [[WP:DS2022|2021-22 discretionary sanctions review process]] and all who have helped bring it to a successful conclusion. This motion concludes the 2021-22 discretionary sanctions review process.
}} 
This motion initiates a one-month implementation period for the updates to the contentious topics system. The Arbitration Committee will announce when the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Discretionary sanctions/2021-22 review/Implementation|initial implementation]] of the Committee's decision has concluded and the amendments made by the drafting arbitrators in accordance with the Committee's decision take effect. Any editors interested in the implementation process are invited to assist at [[Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Discretionary sanctions/2021-22 review/Implementation|the implementation talk page]], and editors interested in updates may subscribe to the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Discretionary sanctions/2021-22 review/Update list|update list]].

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|KevinL]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 21:42, 14 December 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Contentious topics procedure adopted}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 21:42, 14 December 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Iranian Politics disruption continues ==

The Arbitration Committee has been made aware by the Wikimedia Foundation's disinformation team of continued disruption in the Iranian Politics (IRANPOL) topic area, which was subject to an [[w:en:Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Iranian politics#Final decision|ArbCom case]] last year. Additional measures to address this disruption may be forthcoming in the year ahead from the Arbitration Committee and/or the Wikimedia Foundation. For now, the Arbitration Committee is informing the community of this disruption in the hopes that more editors and administrators may wish to begin working in the IRANPOL topic area. Uninvolved administrators are also reminded that [[Wikipedia:Arbitration_Committee/Discretionary_sanctions#Placing_sanctions_and_page_restrictions|editor restrictions and page restrictions]] are available for use in the topic area. For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Barkeep49|Barkeep49]] ([[User_talk:Barkeep49|talk]]) 17:15, 19 December 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Iranian Politics disruption continues}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 17:15, 19 December 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== 2023 Arbitration Committee ==

The Arbitration Committee welcomes the following new and returning arbitrators following their [[:en:WP:ACE2022|election]] by the community. The two-year terms of these arbitrators formally begin on 1 January 2023:
* {{userlinks|Barkeep49}}
* {{userlinks|CaptainEek}}
* {{userlinks|GeneralNotability}}
* {{userlinks|Guerillero}}
* {{userlinks|L235}}
* {{userlinks|Moneytrees}}
* {{userlinks|Primefac}}
* {{userlinks|SilkTork}}

All incoming arbitrators have elected to receive the checkuser and oversight permissions. 

The Committee will make a further announcement about outgoing arbitrators before the 2023 Committee takes office.

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Barkeep49|Barkeep49]] ([[User_talk:Barkeep49|talk]]) 22:21, 22 December 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|2023 Arbitration Committee}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 22:22, 22 December 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Change to the Checkuser team  ==

Following a request to the Committee, the CheckUser permissions of {{user|Ivanvector}} have been restored.

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Primefac|Primefac]] ([[User talk:Primefac|talk]]) 17:48, 24 December 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Change to the Checkuser team}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 17:48, 24 December 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Outgoing members of the 2022 Arbitration Committee ==

The Arbitration Committee thanks our outgoing colleagues whose terms end on 31 December 2022:
* {{userlinks|BDD}}
* {{userlinks|Bradv}}
* {{userlinks|Donald Albury}}
* {{userlinks|Maxim}}

Outgoing arbitrators are eligible to retain the CheckUser and Oversight permissions, remain active on cases accepted before their term ended, and to remain subscribed to the functionaries' and arbitration clerks' mailing lists following their term on the committee. To that effect:
* Stewards are requested to remove the permission(s) noted from the following outgoing arbitrators, who did not elect to retain CheckUser or Oversight access, after 31 December 2022:
*: CheckUser: BDD, Bradv, Maxim, Donald Albury
*: Oversight: BDD, Bradv, Maxim, Donald Albury
* Outgoing arbitrators are eligible to remain active on cases opened before their term ended if they wish. Whether or not outgoing arbitrators will remain active on any ongoing case(s) will be noted on the proposed decision talk page of affected case(s).
* Maxim and Donald Albury will be unsubscribed from the [[:en:WP:FUNC|functionaries' mailing list]] at their request.
* BDD, Maxim, and Donald Albury will be unsubscribed from the [[:en:WP:AC/C|arbitration clerks' mailing list]] at their request.

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|KevinL]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 20:32, 30 December 2022 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Outgoing members of the 2022 Arbitration Committee}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 20:33, 30 December 2022 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Proposed motion for amendment to Arbitration procedures: Closing Clarification and Amendment Requests ==

The Arbitration Committee is considering '''[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Motions#Closing Clarification and Amendment Requests|a motion]]''' to add an additional route for closing clarification and amendment requests in certain circumstances. Comments are welcomed in '''[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Motions#Community_discussion_(Closing_Clarification_and_Amendment_Requests)|the relevant section]]'''. For the Committee, [[User:Firefly|<span style="color:#850808;">firefly</span>]] <small>( [[User talk:Firefly|t]] · [[Special:Contributions/Firefly|c]] )</small> 22:09, 3 January 2023 (UTC)
: <!--Discuss this at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard|Proposed motion for amendment to Arbitration procedures: Closing Clarification and Amendment Requests}}''' [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 13:45, 4 January 2023 (UTC) Template:hes-->

== Arbitration motion regarding an amendment to arbitration procedures ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1132425007#Closing_Clarification_and_Amendment_Requests|motion]] that:
{{ivmbox|1=
A section titled "Closing" will be added to [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/Procedures]] under "Requests for amendment" with the following text:
<blockquote>
A [[w:en:WP:ARCA|request for clarification or amendment]] is eligible to be closed by an arbitrator if:
#A rough consensus has been reached among arbitrators participating in the request; and
#The rough consensus does not require a vote to implement (e.g. modifying the remedy to a case).
The closing arbitrator should include a summary of the rough consensus when closing the request for clarification or amendment.
</blockquote>
}}
For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|KevinL]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 20:46, 8 January 2023 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Arbitration motion regarding an amendment to arbitration procedures}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 20:47, 8 January 2023 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Possible Armenia-Azerbaijan 3 case under discussion ==

The Arbitration Committee is currently considering a [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Clarification_and_Amendment#Motion_to_open_Armenia-Azerbaijan_3|motion]] to open "Armenia-Azerbaijan 3". Interested editors are invited to submit evidence about this topic area and feedback to the committee about this motion at [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Clarification and Amendment#Amendment request: Armenia-Azerbaijan_2|the request]]. [[User:Barkeep49|Barkeep49]] ([[User_talk:Barkeep49|talk]]) 16:08, 10 January 2023 (UTC)
: Discuss this at [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Clarification and Amendment#Amendment request: Armenia-Azerbaijan_2|the request]]<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 16:09, 10 January 2023 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Simple-engineer unblocked ==

Following a successful appeal to the Arbitration Committee, {{user|Simple-engineer}} is unblocked. Simple-engineer is indefinitely topic banned from the Kurds and Kurdistan, broadly construed. This restriction may be appealed after 6 months have elapsed.

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Izno|Izno]] ([[User talk:Izno|talk]]) 19:07, 10 January 2023 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Simple-engineer unblocked}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 19:08, 10 January 2023 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Contentious topics procedure now in effect ==

In December, the Arbitration Committee [[WP:CT2022|adopted]] the [[WP:CTOP|contentious topics procedure]], which replaces the [[WP:OLDDS|former discretionary sanctions system]]. The contentious topics procedure is now in effect following an initial [[WP:CT2022/I|implementation period]]. 
* For a detailed summary of the changes from the discretionary sanctions system, see [[WP:DSVSCT]].
* A brief guide for administrators may be found at [[Wikipedia:Contentious topics/Administrator instructions]].
* Updated templates may be found at [[Template:Contentious topics]]. 
* Suggestions and concerns may be directed to the arbitration clerk team at [[WT:AC/C]].
The drafting arbitrators warmly thank all those who have worked to implement the new procedure during this implementation period and beyond. '''[[User:L235|KevinL]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 19:44, 17 January 2023 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 50|Contentious topics procedure now in effect}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 19:45, 17 January 2023 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== ToBeFree appointed trainee clerk ==

The arbitration clerks are pleased to welcome {{user|ToBeFree}} to the clerk team as a trainee.

The arbitration clerk team is often in need of new members, and any editor who meets the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration_Committee/Clerks#Appointments|expectations for appointment]] and would like to join the clerk team is welcome to apply by e-mail to {{clerks-l}}.

For the Arbitration Committee, '''[[User:L235|KevinL]]''' (<small>aka</small> [[User:L235|L235]] '''·''' [[User talk:L235#top|t]] '''·''' [[Special:Contribs/L235|c]]) 17:29, 18 January 2023 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|ToBeFree appointed trainee clerk}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 17:30, 18 January 2023 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Change to the CheckUser team ==

At his request by email to the committee, the CheckUser permissions of [[User:MusikAnimal|MusikAnimal]] are removed. The Arbitration Committee sincerely thanks MusikAnimal for his long service as a CheckUser, and his continuing service on Wikipedia. 

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Primefac|Primefac]] ([[User talk:Primefac|talk]]) 19:55, 23 January 2023 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 49|Change to the CheckUser team}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 19:55, 23 January 2023 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Proposed motion for amendment to Arbitration procedures: Documenting transition procedures ==

The Arbitration Committee is considering '''[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Motions#Documenting_transition_procedures|a motion]]''' to include a section on arbitrator transitions in the Committee's procedures. Comments are welcomed in '''[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Motions#Community_discussion_(transition_procedures)|the relevant section]]'''. For the Committee, <span style="white-space: nowrap;">— [[User:Wugapodes|Wug·]][[User talk:Wugapodes|a·po·des]]</span> 19:37, 26 January 2023 (UTC)
: <!-- Discuss this at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard|Proposed motion for amendment to Arbitration procedures: Documenting transition procedures}}'''[[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 19:41, 26 January 2023 (UTC) Template:hes-->

==Arbitrator access to mailing lists and permissions motion passed==
The Arbitration Committee has [[Special:Permalink/1137058820#Documenting_transition_procedures|passed]] the following amendment to its [[WP:AC/P|procedures]]:
{{ivmbox|1=
Arbitrators-elect must sign the [[m:Confidentiality agreement for nonpublic information|confidentiality agreement for nonpublic information]] and any other non-disclosure agreements required for access to privileged communications before assuming office. All arbitrators are:
* subscribed to [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee#Mailing lists|all Committee-managed email lists]];
* assigned the CheckUser and Oversight permissions for use in office; and
* given access to the oversight and checkuser queues on the [[WP:VRTS|VRTS system]].

At the end of their term, outgoing arbitrators will:
* be removed from [[Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee#Mailing lists|all Committee-managed email lists]] with the following exceptions:
**access to the clerks-l mailing list will be removed absent a request to remain, and
**access to the functionaries-en mailing list will remain absent a request to be removed; and
*have their CheckUser and Oversight permissions removed unless the outgoing arbitrator requests to retain one or both of them.
}}
For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Barkeep49|Barkeep49]] ([[User_talk:Barkeep49|talk]]) 15:52, 2 February 2023 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 50|Arbitrator access to mailing lists and permissions motion passed}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 15:54, 2 February 2023 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Arbitration motion regarding ''Conduct in deletion-related editing'' ==

The Arbitration Committee has resolved by [[Special:Permalink/1141793998#Deletion_RfC|motion]] that:
{{ivmbox|1=[[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Conduct_in_deletion-related_editing#Request_for_Comment|Remedy 11 ("Request for Comment")]] of the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Conduct in deletion-related editing|Conduct in deletion-related editing case]]  is rescinded. There are no actions remaining in force from this remedy, so the community are free to conduct and close these and related discussions moving forward. The Committee thanks Xeno and Valereee for their work as moderators; KrakatoaKatie, RoySmith, and TheSandDoctor for their work as closers; and all the editors who participated in these discussions to date.}}
For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:ToBeFree|~ ToBeFree]] ([[User talk:ToBeFree|talk]]) 21:40, 26 February 2023 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 50|Arbitration motion regarding Conduct in deletion-related editing}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 21:40, 26 February 2023 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Change to the Functionaries team ==

Following a request to the Committee, the CheckUser and Oversight permissions of {{user|Callanecc}} have been restored.

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Primefac|Primefac]] ([[User talk:Primefac|talk]]) 18:43, 27 February 2023 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 50|Change to the Functionaries team}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 18:44, 27 February 2023 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Armenia-Azerbaijan 3|Armenia-Azerbaijan 3]]: Arbitration case closed ==

An [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Armenia-Azerbaijan 3|arbitration case]] about the conduct of editors in the Armenia-Azerbaijan topic area has now closed. The final decision is viewable at the link above. The following remedies have been enacted:

* {{user|Abrvagl}}
** is [[WP:TOPICBAN|topic banned]] from pages about Armenia, Azerbaijan, and related ethnic conflicts, broadly construed. This ban may be appealed twelve months after the enactment of this remedy, and every twelve months thereafter.
** may make [[WP:1RR|only 1 revert on any page]] in any given 24 hour period. This restriction may be appealed twelve months after the enactment of this remedy, and every twelve months thereafter.
** is indefinitely [[WP:IBAN|prohibited from interacting with, or commenting on]], {{u|ZaniGiovanni}} anywhere on Wikipedia (subject to the ordinary exceptions). This restriction may be appealed twelve months after the enactment of this remedy, and every twelve months thereafter.
* {{user|Dallavid}}
** is [[WP:TOPICBAN|topic banned]] from pages about Armenia, Azerbaijan, and related ethnic conflicts, broadly construed. This ban may be appealed twelve months after the enactment of this remedy, and every twelve months thereafter.
** may make [[WP:1RR|only 1 revert on any page]] in any given 24 hour period. This restriction may be appealed twelve months after the enactment of this remedy, and every twelve months thereafter.
* {{user|Olympian}}
** is [[WP:TOPICBAN|topic banned]] from pages about Armenia, Azerbaijan, and related ethnic conflicts, broadly construed. This ban may be appealed twelve months after the enactment of this remedy, and every twelve months thereafter.
** may make [[WP:1RR|only 1 revert on any page]] in any given 24 hour period. This restriction may be appealed twelve months after the enactment of this remedy, and every twelve months thereafter.
* {{user|ZaniGiovanni}}
** is [[WP:TOPICBAN|topic banned]] from pages about Armenia, Azerbaijan, and related ethnic conflicts, broadly construed. This ban may be appealed twelve months after the enactment of this remedy, and every twelve months thereafter.
** may make [[WP:1RR|only 1 revert on any page]] in any given 24 hour period. This restriction may be appealed twelve months after the enactment of this remedy, and every twelve months thereafter.
** is indefinitely [[WP:IBAN|prohibited from interacting with, or commenting on]], {{u|Abrvagl}} anywhere on Wikipedia (subject to the ordinary exceptions). This restriction may be appealed twelve months after the enactment of this remedy, and every twelve months thereafter.
* {{user|Golden}} and {{user|Grandmaster}} are placed on indefinite probation. If any party to this case is found to be [[WP:EW|edit warring]] within the [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Armenia-Azerbaijan 3#Locus of the dispute|area of dispute]] by an uninvolved administrator, the administrator should impose the following sanction: {{tq|[Editor name] is indefinitely [[WP:TOPICBAN|topic banned]] from all pages about Armenia, Azerbaijan, and related ethnic conflicts, broadly construed.}} Topic bans imposed via this remedy may only be appealed to the Arbitration Committee. For a topic ban imposed under this remedy, an editor may make their first appeal at any time; further appeals may be made every twelve months after an unsuccessful appeal.
* When deciding on whether or not to issue an Arbitration Enforcement sanction, Administrators are encouraged to consider all behavior, including the seriousness of the violation and the possible recidivism of the editor in question. For instance, [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Armenia-Azerbaijan 3#Recidivism|users who do not heed warnings]] or who [[Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Armenia-Azerbaijan 3#Tendentious_editing|engage in sustained, low-level misconduct]] should be sanctioned rather than re-warned. Where editor conduct frequently results in enforcement requests that are dismissed or closed with warnings, administrators are encouraged to impose robust restrictions on editors.

For the Arbitration Committee,<br>[[User:ToBeFree|~ ToBeFree]] ([[User talk:ToBeFree|talk]]) 18:08, 18 March 2023 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 50|Armenia-Azerbaijan 3: Arbitration case closed}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 18:09, 18 March 2023 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->

== Changes to the functionaries team ==

At his request by email to the committee, the CheckUser permissions of [[User:Ferret|ferret]] are removed. The Arbitration Committee sincerely thanks ferret for his service as a functionary.

For the Arbitration Committee, [[User:Izno|Izno]] ([[User talk:Izno|talk]]) 03:23, 21 March 2023 (UTC)
: Archived discussion at: '''{{slink|Wikipedia talk:Arbitration Committee/Noticeboard/Archive 50|Changes to the functionaries team}}'''<!-- [[User:ArbClerkBot|ArbClerkBot]] ([[User talk:ArbClerkBot|talk]]) 03:23, 21 March 2023 (UTC) --><!--Template:hes-->