How are Parliamentarians supported by officials of the House?

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Post by: Parliament Revealed 09/05/2018 0 comments 1602 views

This video is a summary of the ways and mechanisms through which parliamentarians are aided by the House of Commons Officials.

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The clerks in the House of Commons give advice to MP’s while in session.
These clerks aren’t civil servants, but are instead servants of Parliament.
This independence from ministerial control is a central aspect to their roles and duties.

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Image – Lord Speaker Address (UK Parliament-Roger Harris)

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