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Has anyone commented about John Bercow, as outgoing Speaker of the House, not getting the customary gong and elevation to the Lords?
Yes, I know it was sort of expected that he would be ignored but he has done a lot that was good – made parliament more accessible in all senses, ensured that backbenchers could have their say, wasn’t afraid to slap down the ruling party, ensured that anti brexit/remain motions were listed for debate.
Yes, more than a bit pompous but did a good job IMO.
Ah, my comments above probably explain why he didn’t.
That explains the small-minded and petty nature of blojo’s administration; a decision taken well before the GE.
They do due diligence. I imagine it’s the risk that a lot of bullying allegations are going to come out in a lot more detail. The new speaker will want to quickly separate himself from the previous regime.
There is also the Keith Vaz issue, I’m sure more to come out there. There are bound to have been others protected by him.