THE ceremonial State Opening of Parliament is replete with eye-wateringly expensive and occasionally bemusing pageantry.
However, it is the figure of Black Rod which perhaps most exemplifies the archaic nature of the customs in the UK Parliament.The role of Usher of the Black Rod of the House of Lords was created in the 14th century.
Using an ebony rod they then bang three times on the door before being allowed to enter and invite MPs to hear the monarch’s speech.After pairing up MPs then follow Black Rod back to the House of Lords in a traditionally boisterous manner . MPs took exception to this behaviour and thus instituted the tradition which highlights the Commons independence from both the monarchy and the House of Lords.In 2018, Sarah Clarke – an operations specialist – took up the role of Lady Usher of the Black Rod.She heads a team of up to 30 people responsible for both front of house care of the visiting public and the day-to-day running of sittings in the House of Lords.
Unfortunately, though, these important debates are being spoiled by a vocal minority of trolls who aren’t really interested in the issues, try to derail the conversations, register under fake names, and post vile abuse.
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