The principal role of the ECLO is one of liaison, communication, and co-ordination between groups, intergroup, region, and the Electronics Communications Sub Committee (ECSC) and to facilitate correlation and dissemination of relevant information between these principal service areas. Therefore, a good understanding of the Traditions and Service and Structure Handbooks is more important to the role than technical knowledge. A minimum of three years’ sobriety is recommended, and a general competence with the use of computers.

If desired, a committee of technically skilled members could be formed to assist the ECLO in setting up/maintaining/updating any local website, with the ECLO acting as Chair of this committee. Such a committee would provide an opportunity for less experienced but technically skilled members to engage in service.