J.5.3.a Branch Council must convene within 5 days of receiving the Returning Officer's report. Branch Council can accept the Returning Officer's report and declare some or all of the ballots; reopen nominations for one or more of the electorates(s); move candidates between electorates; or any other action to ensure that Affirmative Action is met, provided that action upholds democratic principles and does not disadvantage any female candidates and ensure the overall diversity of the ticket.