Order!

As it is a new term, in accordance with standing orders we require a new Speaker of the House.

Members shall nominate a Member, or propose themselves. If there is more then one nomination we shall proceed to a secret ballot to elect the Speaker. A seconder is required for each nomination.

Please keep in mind the qualities that are of great benefit to a Chair. A member of parliament suited to the role of Speaker should:

• Be an active participant in AustraliaSim
• Have a sound understanding of the procedures of the House
• Be familiar with the Standing Orders
• Be able to act with impartiality in the chair
• Be able to make reddit posts for business twice a week
• Cooperate with the clerks to maintain the record keeping of legislation

If a Member wishes to propose themselves they may do so with the following:

I, [username], do see to take the chair of this House as Speaker.

If a member wishes to propose another member they may do so with the following:

I do propose that [username of proposed] do take the Chair of this House as Speaker.

Nominations will close at 11/12/2023 5:00PM AEDT (UTC 11).