Rules & Regulations for Delegates, Finalists and Title Winners
Eligibility
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Age: 18–35 years (age limit capped at 35 on the event date).
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Heritage: Caribbean parentage or at least one grandparent of Caribbean descent.
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UK residency or eligibility for a UK passport.
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Must not be married or pregnant during MCUK tenure, with immediate notification required for any status changes.
Qualifications
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Good moral character, sound mind, and natural-born female.
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Must disclose any past criminal record and avoid actions that could harm MCUK's reputation.
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No nude, semi-nude, or inappropriate content for publication.
Conduct
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Display sportsmanship and integrity at all times.
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False information leads to disqualification and forfeiture of fees.
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Agree to use of name, video, and photos for MCUK promotions.
Attendance & Commitment
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Timeliness for all events and rehearsals, with fines for absenteeism.
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Six weeks' notice required for event absence, returning sponsorship benefits.
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MCUK reserves the right to adjust event details.
Judging & Conduct Code
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Judges' decisions are final.
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No defamatory comments about MCUK members, which may lead to disqualification.
Director's Discretion
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All winner-related activities managed solely by pageant directors.
Title Winners
Management & Endorsements
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Engagements managed exclusively by MCUK for one year.
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Prohibited from endorsing commercial entities without MCUK’s consent.
Rights & Appearances
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All rights to official appearances are held by MCUK.
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Required to crown her successor and refrain from competing in other pageants during her reign.
Crown & Sash Responsibility
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Titleholder keeps the crown and sash, covering any replacement costs.
Prizes & Disqualification
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Non-exchangeable prizes; MCUK may alter prizes as needed.
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Grounds for disqualification include false information, relocation, or rule violations.
Personal Appearances
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Must redirect all media queries to MCUK at info@misscaribbeanuk.com.
Arbitration
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Disputes resolved by mutually agreed arbitrator with shared costs; decisions are binding.
11-11-2024