Pursuant to a notice issued by the KP Chair, regarding developments towards Marange Diamonds, the Responsible Jewelry Council (RJC) has advised its Members to be vigilant about trading diamonds that do not carry the full authority of the Kimberley Process. The KP Chairman has stressed trade in Marange diamonds can only take place in compliance with the Kimberley Process’ Joint Work Plan agreed to in June 2010. %% The RJC Code of Practices includes four provisions requiring conformance with the KPCS for rough diamonds. As part of the RJC Certification process, RJC Members undergo independent, third party auditing of their relevant business practices to ensure they are compliant with RJC’s Code of Practices. Full compliance with the KPCS is vital for RJC Members and for the entire jewellery industry. %% The RJC is continuing consultations with stakeholders on the development of a RJC Chain-of-Custody certification standard for the diamond, gold and platinum jewellery supply chains. RJC Chain-of-Custody certification would be voluntary and complementary to the RJC’s existing independent third party certification of its Members’ responsible business practices. A discussion paper containing a draft Chain-of-Custody Standard is currently open for public comment until 31 January, 2011.