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The Speaker is neutral

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The Speaker of the House of Commons has a special job in Parliament. The Speaker chairs debates in the Commons, keeps order, decides who may speak, and makes sure that the rules of the House are followed. This keeps debates fair and orderly so that business can get done.

A crucial rule is that the Speaker must be politically neutral. Although the Speaker was first elected as an MP, once in the role they do not represent or act for any political party. They treat all sides equally and make sure the Opposition has a fair chance to be heard. For the test, remember that the Speaker keeps order in the Commons and must remain strictly neutral, rather than leading the governing party.

Memory tip: The Speaker keeps order and is strictly neutral, no party while in the chair.

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  1. 1. The Speaker of the House of Commons must be politically neutral.

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    True. The Speaker keeps order in debates and must remain politically neutral.

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