In Parliament

Before being elected a Deputy Speaker in 2013, Eleanor was a regular contributor to House of Commons debates. Rather than taking part in debates, she now chairs the House of Commons every day.

Learn more about the Office and role of the Deputy Speaker here.

Below you can read Dame Eleanor's speeches and appearances in Parliament (provided by theyworkforyou):

New Clause 1 - Maximum term of imprisonment on summary conviction for either-way offence | Judicial Review and Courts Bill | Commons debates

With this it will be convenient to discuss the following: New clause 2—Online Procedural Assistance— ‘(1) Online Procedural Assistance, m

NHS Dentistry: Bristol and the South-west | Commons debates

A point of order at the end of an Adjournment debate?

NHS Dentistry: Bristol and the South-west | Commons debates

That is not a point of order for the Chair, but I understand why the hon. Gentleman wanted to clarify that. [Interruption.] Order.

NHS Dentistry: Bristol and the South-west | Commons debates

A point of order at the end of an Adjournment debate?

NHS Dentistry: Bristol and the South-west | Commons debates

That is not a point of order for the Chair, but I understand why the hon. Gentleman wanted to clarify that. [Interruption.] Order.

New Clause 1 - Ground rent for existing long leases | Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Bill [Lords] | Commons debates

With this it will be convenient to discuss the following: Amendment 1, in clause 2, page 3, line 16, at end insert— “Retirement developme

New Clause 1 - Ground rent for existing long leases | Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Bill [Lords] | Commons debates

With this it will be convenient to discuss the following: Amendment 1, in clause 2, page 3, line 16, at end insert— “Retirement developme

Cost of Living Increases | Commons debates

I thank the hon. Gentleman for his very reasonable point of order.

Cost of Living Increases | Commons debates

I thank the hon. Gentleman for his very reasonable point of order.

Approved Premises (Substance Testing) Bill | Commons debates

Occupants of the Chair have great sympathy when Members are confused with other Members.