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):

Safety of School Buildings | Commons debates

Order. I am afraid that the hon. Lady has exceeded her five minutes. I call the Chairman of the Education Committee.

Safety of School Buildings | Commons debates

Order. I think the Secretary of State means “his Government”.

Safety of School Buildings | Commons debates

Order.

Safety of School Buildings | Commons debates

As I said earlier, a great many people wish to catch my eye, so there will be a time limit, immediately effective, of five minutes on Bac

Safety of School Buildings | Commons debates

Order.

Safety of School Buildings | Commons debates

As I said earlier, a great many people wish to catch my eye, so there will be a time limit, immediately effective, of five minutes on Bac

Safety of School Buildings | Commons debates

Order. I think the Secretary of State means “his Government”.

Safety of School Buildings | Commons debates

Order. I think the Secretary of State means “his Government”.

Safety of School Buildings | Commons debates

Order.

Safety of School Buildings | Commons debates

As I said earlier, a great many people wish to catch my eye, so there will be a time limit, immediately effective, of five minutes on Bac