Tuesday, 20 December 2022

Opening of Parliament

Presentation of Speaker to Governor

The SPEAKER (14:01): I advise that today I presented myself to the Governor as the choice of this Assembly and that she was pleased to address me in the following terms:

I have pleasure in congratulating you on your election to the high and important office of Speaker of the Legislative Assembly.

The able manner in which you have discharged the duties you have undertaken during your parliamentary career is recognised by the members of the Legislative Assembly who in their wisdom have selected you as their Speaker.

I have confidence that you will fulfil the duties of this distinguished office and hold fast to its traditions and customs.

The SPEAKER: Signed by the Governor.