diff --git a/doc/development/contributing/merge_request_workflow.md b/doc/development/contributing/merge_request_workflow.md
index cc6997e1a2050dd6c76e4638677f4cde90a12cb6..103dfb9a4006ba01cb152723cbbaeff350c76d03 100644
--- a/doc/development/contributing/merge_request_workflow.md
+++ b/doc/development/contributing/merge_request_workflow.md
@@ -71,6 +71,9 @@ request is as follows:
    1. The MR must include *Before* and *After* screenshots if UI changes are made.
    1. Include any steps or setup required to ensure reviewers can view the changes you've made (for example, include any information about feature flags).
 1. If you're allowed to, set a relevant milestone and [labels](issue_workflow.md).
+   MR labels should generally match the corresponding issue (if there is one).
+   The group label should reflect the group that executed or coached the work,
+   not necessarily the group that owns the feature.
 1. UI changes should use available components from the GitLab Design System,
    [Pajamas](https://design.gitlab.com/).
 1. If the MR changes CSS classes, please include the list of affected pages, which