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):

Conduct of the Right Hon. Member for Uxbridge and South Ruislip | Commons debates

Order. Will the right hon. Gentleman please refer to the Prime Minister as the Prime Minister and not by his name?

Conduct of the Right Hon. Member for Uxbridge and South Ruislip | Commons debates

Before the debate begins, I have to remind Members that, as “Erskine May” says: “Good temper and moderation are the characteristics of pa

House of Lords (Elected Senate) Bill | Bill Presented | Commons debates

I have a feeling that the right hon. Member for New Forest West (Sir Desmond Swayne) might be there on that day.

Business of the House | Commons debates

Indeed.

Business of the House | Commons debates

We now move on to the next item of business.

Pension Schemes (Conversion of Guaranteed Minimum Pensions) Bill | Commons debates

My goodness, that was quick!

Covid-19 Update | Commons debates

I thank the Secretary of State for having come directly to the House this morning.

Backbench Business - Freedom of Religion or Belief: 40th Anniversary of UN DeclarationBackbench Business | Commons debates

I had hoped to manage without a time limit, but I think that it would be safer if I impose a time limit of six minutes for Back-Bench spe

Point of Order | Commons debates

I have assent from the Minister who is now at the Dispatch Box. The Treasury Bench has heard what the hon.

Point of Order | Commons debates

Order. Although I am not listening to sedentary comments, I do not need to be reminded. I hope the hon.