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Queen's Speech 2022 - When is the State Opening of Parliament and what does it mean?

The ceremony marks the start of a new parliamentary session and is full of tradition

Manchester Evening News · Mar 24, 2022

Bercow likely to reoffend as he has shown no remorse, says ex-Black Rod

David Leakey said John Bercow’s ‘lack of humility’ indicates a ‘total flaw in his personality’ and in his capacity to be a ‘leader of any sort’.

The Independent UK · Mar 10, 2022

Bercow should be barred from public office, says former Black Rod

Exclusive: Lt Gen David Leakey says ex-Speaker should be barred while he refuses to show contrition for bullying

The Guardian - UK · Mar 8, 2022