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The Speaker is neutral

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The Speaker of the House of Commons keeps order during debates and makes sure the rules are followed. The Speaker must be politically neutral and does not represent a political party while in the role, even though they were first elected as an MP.

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

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

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