Lindsay Hoyle is Elected as the New Speaker - TLDR Explains

The video tutorial explains the process of selecting a new Speaker of the House of Commons, following John Bercow's resignation. It covers the nomination and voting procedures, including candidate speeches and the exhaustive ballot system. The tutorial concludes with the election of Sir Lindsay Hoyle as the new speaker and reactions from key political figures.

What event led to the need for a new speaker in the UK Parliament?

• A vote of no confidence

• A parliamentary scandal

• The resignation of John Bercow

• A general election

How many nominations are required for a candidate to be considered for the speaker position?

• 20 nominations

• 15 nominations

• 10 nominations

• 12 nominations

Which candidate emphasized the importance of impartiality and knowledge of parliamentary rules?

• Rosie Winterton

• Kris Bryant

• Harriet Harman

• Edward Lee

What is the main role of the speaker according to Edward Lee?

• To represent the government

• To enforce strict rules

• To be a servant of the house

• To be a strong leader

What voting system is used to select the new speaker in the UK Parliament?

• Single transferable vote

• Proportional representation

• First-past-the-post

• Exhaustive ballot system

Who were the final two candidates in the speaker selection process?

• Rosie Winterton and Edward Lee

• Meg Hillier and Lindsay Hoyle

• Harriet Harman and Eleanor Laing

• Lindsay Hoyle and Kris Bryant

What tradition is followed when a new speaker is elected in the UK Parliament?

• The speaker is given a standing ovation

• The speaker is dragged out of their chair

• The speaker receives a ceremonial robe

• The speaker gives a speech