Procedure - Second Report

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Here you can browse the report together with the Proceedings of the Committee. The published report was ordered by the House of Commons to be printed 16 April 2002.

CONTENTS

Terms of Reference

REPORT

APPOINTMENT OF DEPUTY SPEAKERS




The position and powers of Deputy Speakers

Deputy Speakers in Parliament

The role and powers of Deputy Speakers when in the Chair

Present arrangements

Nomination

Appointment




Qualifications for the post of Deputy Speaker

What qualities does the House look for in its Deputy Speakers?

Knowledge and experience

Working as part of the Speaker's team

Party balance

Gender balance




Options for change

Should Deputy Speakers be elected?

Should there be wider consultation?

Should notice of appointment motions be given?

SUMMARY OF CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

ANNEX

PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMITTEE RELATING TO THE REPORT

LIST OF REPORTS FROM THE COMMITTEE IN THIS PARLIAMENT

APPENDIX 1:  Letter from the Chairman of Ways and Means

APPENDIX 2:  Memorandum from the Clerk of the House

APPENDIX 3:  Letter from the Chief Whip, Ulster Unionist Party

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Prepared 22 April 2002