The phrase "an existing code of conduct" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when referring to a set of rules or guidelines that are currently in place within an organization or group.
Example: "The company has implemented an existing code of conduct to ensure all employees adhere to ethical standards."
Alternatives: "a current code of conduct" or "an established code of conduct."
However, it said the existing code of conduct needed to be strengthened to ensure campaigners did not handle postal votes or application forms.
"Given the concern that continues to be expressed about Mr Barroso's appointment and the existing code of conduct, the ombudsman will now reflect on the next steps, including a possible inquiry," her office said.
The board also set forth a series of policies and guidelines relating to contact and interactions between coaches and their athletes that will be added to U.S.A. Swimming's existing code of conduct.
Given the recent advisory opinion from the Commission's Ad Hoc Ethical Committee, the existing Code of Conduct for Commissioners, and persistent public concern about Mr Barroso's decision to take up a senior position with Goldman Sachs, the EU Ombudsman is currently considering the next steps – including a possible inquiry - to be taken on this important issue.
Since November the Assembly's Standards of Conduct Committee has been carrying out a review of the existing code of conduct for assembly members.
A second method, such as one proposed in New York City, involves an overlay of the second code over the existing code.
All members of the Department of History faculty, staff, graduate students and undergraduates are expected to abide by the existing University codes of conduct that govern them.
Data that did not fit any of the existing codes were assigned a new code.
There should be an international standard for a code of conduct that creates accountability globally.
This study involved the mining of an existing data set collected by Ipsos MORI who adhere to a code of conduct that encompasses ethical and legislative principles in the UK.
