UK Government, the Law and Your Role
What is the role of the Speaker in the House of Commons?
ATo officially represent the government's position in Parliament
BTo keep order during debates and manage proceedings ✓
CTo formally read out and present new laws to Parliament
DTo officially represent the monarch's interests in Parliament
Explanation
The Speaker keeps order during political debates in the House of Commons. The Speaker ensures that the rules are followed and that the opposition has time to debate issues it chooses.
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