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@@ -151,6 +151,20 @@ packages: fix bugs, test packages, improve them to use the latest python
 packaging tools, etc.
 
 
+Updating this Policy
+====================
+
+Anyone can propose updates to this policy. Updates should be proposed in the
+form of a Merge Request. Proposals should also be sent to the main discussion
+list to notify team members of its existence: debian-python@lists.debian.org
+
+A policy update should not be merged before at least seven days to give everyone
+a chance to discuss it.
+
+To be merged, a policy update needs the approval of at least one team
+administrator.
+
+
 License
 =======