The document outlines the authority of the Grand Master and subordinate Grand Masters to reinstate Brethren who have been excluded from the Masonic order. If the Grand Master determines that exclusion occurred without just cause or that Rule 181 was not followed, he can order reinstatement, with the power to suspend any Lodge that does not comply. Similarly, Metropolitan, Provincial, or District Grand Masters hold this authority within their respective jurisdictions. Complaints regarding exclusion must be filed within three months of the incident. While no appeal is permitted against the Grand Master's decision under this rule, appeals can be made against decisions of subordinate Grand Masters if deemed necessary by the Grand Registrar, as outlined in Paragraph 15 of the Schedule of Disciplinary Provisions. This framework ensures a mechanism for addressing grievances related to exclusion while maintaining the integrity of Masonic governance.
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(a) If the Grand Master be satisfied that any Brother has been excluded without due cause or that the provisions of Rule 181 have not been complied with, he may, either of his own motion or on the complaint of the Brother who has been excluded, order him to be reinstated, and may suspend any Lodge which fails to comply with that order. (b) A Metropolitan, Provincial or District Grand Master has the same power within his Metropolitan Area, Province or District. (c) A complaint under this Rule must be made within three months after the exclusion of the Brother who makes it. (d) No appeal shall lie from any decision of the Grand Master under this Rule, but an appeal may be made under Paragraph 15 of the Schedule of Disciplinary Provisions against a decision of a Metropolitan, Provincial or District Grand Master if the Grand Registrar shall be of opinion that such decision is one that requires further consideration.