diff --git a/.github/copilot-instructions.md b/.github/copilot-instructions.md
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--- a/.github/copilot-instructions.md
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@@ -40,3 +40,12 @@ The following instructions are only to be applied when performing a code review.
 * [ ] Encourage the use of `tools`, but it's not required.
 * [ ] Strongly encourage the use of `model` to specify the model that the chat mode is optimised for.
 
+## Branching Policy
+
+* [ ] Always create a new branch for each task or issue you are working on.
+* [ ] Use descriptive branch names following the convention: `feature/description`, `fix/description`, or `docs/description`.
+* [ ] Never commit directly to the `main` branch.
+* [ ] Always open a pull request for code changes, even for small updates.
+* [ ] Ensure your branch is up to date with `main` before opening a pull request.
+* [ ] Delete the branch after the pull request is merged.
+