Speaker of the House of Commons (United Kingdom) - Wikipedia
WEBThe Speaker of the House of Commons is the presiding officer of the House of Commons, the lower house and primary chamber of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. [3] The current speaker, Lindsay Hoyle, was elected Speaker on 4 November 2019, following the retirement of John Bercow.
List of speakers of the House of Commons of the United Kingdom
WEBTop left: John Smith was the first speaker of the modern House of Commons. Top right: Arthur Onslow is the longest-serving speaker so far. Bottom left: Betty Boothroyd was the first female speaker.
The Speaker of the House of Commons - UK Parliament
WEBSep 2, 2024 · The Rt Hon Sir Lindsay Hoyle, Member of Parliament for the constituency of Chorley, Lancashire, has held the office of Speaker of the House of Commons since 4 November 2019.
Who is the Speaker of the House of Commons and what do they do? - BBC
WEBJul 9, 2024 · Sir Lindsay Hoyle has been re-elected as the Speaker of the House of Commons. He has held the post since 2019, when he replaced John Bercow.
Lindsay Hoyle - Wikipedia
WEBSir Lindsay Harvey Hoyle (born 10 June 1957) [1] is a British politician who has served as Speaker of the House of Commons since 2019 and as Member of Parliament (MP) for Chorley since 1997. Before his election as speaker, he was a member of the Labour Party.
Who is the Speaker of the House of Commons and what do they …
WEBJul 9, 2024 · Sir Lindsay Hoyle has been re-elected as the Speaker of the House of Commons. He has held the post since 2019, when he replaced John Bercow.
Speaker's Office - UK Parliament
WEBThe Speaker is the chief officer and highest authority of the House of Commons and must remain politically impartial at all times. The Speaker also represents the Commons to the monarch, the Lords and other authorities and chairs the House of Commons Commission.
Speaker of the House of Commons - UK Parliament
WEBSep 9, 2024 · This week on Tuesday 8 July, Sir Lindsay Hoyle was re-elected as Speaker of the House of Commons for a second term. The House assembled in the Chamber of the House of Commons at 2.30pm ready for Father of …
Speaker of the House of Commons | Institute for Government
WEBSpeaker of the House of Commons. The Speaker of the House of Commons occupies a pivotal role in shaping how parliament debates issues and passes legislation. 10 JAN 2019. Lindsay Hoyle MP has been Speaker since November 2019.
The office and role of Speaker - House of Commons Library
WEBJul 9, 2024 · The Speaker is one of the most important figures in the UK Parliamentary system. He or she presides over the House of Commons, maintaining order, administering House services and representing the Chamber to …
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