House of Commons Speaker
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Sir Lindsay Hoyle | 158th Speaker of the UK House of Commons. Father, grandfather and animal lover.
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Ramadan Mubarak to all Muslims observing the holy month in the UK and across the world.
Sending you good wishes that this Ramadan brings you peace, reflection, and spiritual growth.
Sending you good wishes that this Ramadan brings you peace, reflection, and spiritual growth.
February 18, 2026 at 10:32 AM
Ramadan Mubarak to all Muslims observing the holy month in the UK and across the world.
Sending you good wishes that this Ramadan brings you peace, reflection, and spiritual growth.
Sending you good wishes that this Ramadan brings you peace, reflection, and spiritual growth.
It’s National Apprenticeship Week 🎉
Meet Grace, an apprentice at the House of Commons from the Speaker’s Apprenticeship Academy.
She talks about developing new skills and gaining real experience in the workplace.
Learn about our apprenticeships: parliament.uk/about/career...
Meet Grace, an apprentice at the House of Commons from the Speaker’s Apprenticeship Academy.
She talks about developing new skills and gaining real experience in the workplace.
Learn about our apprenticeships: parliament.uk/about/career...
February 13, 2026 at 12:42 PM
It’s National Apprenticeship Week 🎉
Meet Grace, an apprentice at the House of Commons from the Speaker’s Apprenticeship Academy.
She talks about developing new skills and gaining real experience in the workplace.
Learn about our apprenticeships: parliament.uk/about/career...
Meet Grace, an apprentice at the House of Commons from the Speaker’s Apprenticeship Academy.
She talks about developing new skills and gaining real experience in the workplace.
Learn about our apprenticeships: parliament.uk/about/career...
It was impossible not to be moved by the testimony given by Holocaust survivor Mala Tribich MBE at our Holocaust Memorial Day ceremony in the House of Commons.
January 27, 2026 at 11:25 AM
It was impossible not to be moved by the testimony given by Holocaust survivor Mala Tribich MBE at our Holocaust Memorial Day ceremony in the House of Commons.
Today the flag of the Pitcairn Islands is flying in New Palace Yard to mark Bounty Day - which commemorates the anniversary of the mutiny on the British ship HMS Bounty in 1789.
Located in the southern Pacific Ocean, this British Overseas Territory is one of the most remote communities on earth.
Located in the southern Pacific Ocean, this British Overseas Territory is one of the most remote communities on earth.
January 23, 2026 at 9:13 AM
Today the flag of the Pitcairn Islands is flying in New Palace Yard to mark Bounty Day - which commemorates the anniversary of the mutiny on the British ship HMS Bounty in 1789.
Located in the southern Pacific Ocean, this British Overseas Territory is one of the most remote communities on earth.
Located in the southern Pacific Ocean, this British Overseas Territory is one of the most remote communities on earth.
I represented @houseofcommons.parliament.uk at the Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth in New Delhi.
My thanks to the Speaker of the Lok Sabha Shri Om Birla for hosting this valuable exchange among Commonwealth parliamentary leaders.
My thanks to the Speaker of the Lok Sabha Shri Om Birla for hosting this valuable exchange among Commonwealth parliamentary leaders.
January 22, 2026 at 12:01 PM
I represented @houseofcommons.parliament.uk at the Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth in New Delhi.
My thanks to the Speaker of the Lok Sabha Shri Om Birla for hosting this valuable exchange among Commonwealth parliamentary leaders.
My thanks to the Speaker of the Lok Sabha Shri Om Birla for hosting this valuable exchange among Commonwealth parliamentary leaders.
During Speaker Johnson’s visit to UK Parliament this week, we marked 250 years of American independence and reflected on our shared heritage. 🇺🇸 🇬🇧
January 20, 2026 at 7:33 PM
During Speaker Johnson’s visit to UK Parliament this week, we marked 250 years of American independence and reflected on our shared heritage. 🇺🇸 🇬🇧
Today I welcomed Mike Johnson, US Speaker of the House of Representatives, to our UK Parliament.
We marked the 250th anniversary of American independence and the long-standing ties between our legislatures.
We marked the 250th anniversary of American independence and the long-standing ties between our legislatures.
January 19, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Today I welcomed Mike Johnson, US Speaker of the House of Representatives, to our UK Parliament.
We marked the 250th anniversary of American independence and the long-standing ties between our legislatures.
We marked the 250th anniversary of American independence and the long-standing ties between our legislatures.
Today the flag of the British Overseas Territory South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands is flying in New Palace Yard to mark Possession Day.
January 17, 2026 at 10:43 AM
Today the flag of the British Overseas Territory South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands is flying in New Palace Yard to mark Possession Day.
Today, I made a statement in the Chamber of the House of Commons following the recent death of Sir Patrick Duffy. Aged 105, he was the oldest living former MP and the last Second World War veteran to have served in Parliament.
January 5, 2026 at 5:38 PM
Today, I made a statement in the Chamber of the House of Commons following the recent death of Sir Patrick Duffy. Aged 105, he was the oldest living former MP and the last Second World War veteran to have served in Parliament.
Today the House returns from recess. I will be chairing business in the Chamber from 2.30pm, starting with questions to the Secretary of State for the Home Department, Shabana Mahmood MP.
January 5, 2026 at 9:05 AM
Today the House returns from recess. I will be chairing business in the Chamber from 2.30pm, starting with questions to the Secretary of State for the Home Department, Shabana Mahmood MP.
As the House has now risen, I wish the parliamentary community, and everyone celebrating, a Merry Christmas.
I hope the New Year brings health and happiness to you and your family.
I hope the New Year brings health and happiness to you and your family.
December 18, 2025 at 5:53 PM
As the House has now risen, I wish the parliamentary community, and everyone celebrating, a Merry Christmas.
I hope the New Year brings health and happiness to you and your family.
I hope the New Year brings health and happiness to you and your family.
Tonight, parliamentary and Jewish communities gathered for a Chanukah service in Westminster Hall.
We shared a silence to remember the victims and loved ones of the appalling terror attack in Sydney. The Lord Speaker and I lit the menorah. May light triumph over darkness.
We shared a silence to remember the victims and loved ones of the appalling terror attack in Sydney. The Lord Speaker and I lit the menorah. May light triumph over darkness.
December 17, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Tonight, parliamentary and Jewish communities gathered for a Chanukah service in Westminster Hall.
We shared a silence to remember the victims and loved ones of the appalling terror attack in Sydney. The Lord Speaker and I lit the menorah. May light triumph over darkness.
We shared a silence to remember the victims and loved ones of the appalling terror attack in Sydney. The Lord Speaker and I lit the menorah. May light triumph over darkness.
Today, I made a statement in the Chamber of the House of Commons about the appalling attack on Bondi Beach on the first day of Hanukkah.
December 15, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Today, I made a statement in the Chamber of the House of Commons about the appalling attack on Bondi Beach on the first day of Hanukkah.
The flag of Alderney, part of the Crown Dependency of the Bailiwick of Guernsey, has been raised in New Palace Yard to mark their Homecoming Day today.
This day recognises the islanders’ return home following its occupation during WWII.
This day recognises the islanders’ return home following its occupation during WWII.
December 15, 2025 at 9:40 AM
The flag of Alderney, part of the Crown Dependency of the Bailiwick of Guernsey, has been raised in New Palace Yard to mark their Homecoming Day today.
This day recognises the islanders’ return home following its occupation during WWII.
This day recognises the islanders’ return home following its occupation during WWII.
I am deeply shocked at the appalling attack at Bondi Beach on the first day of Hanukkah.
December 14, 2025 at 1:09 PM
I am deeply shocked at the appalling attack at Bondi Beach on the first day of Hanukkah.
You may have spotted my pets in the Houses of Parliament charity Christmas cards 🎄
£2.80 from each pack goes to the Speaker’s Art Fund, supporting arts and educational projects that increase understanding of Parliamentary democracy across the UK.
£2.80 from each pack goes to the Speaker’s Art Fund, supporting arts and educational projects that increase understanding of Parliamentary democracy across the UK.
December 12, 2025 at 3:56 PM
You may have spotted my pets in the Houses of Parliament charity Christmas cards 🎄
£2.80 from each pack goes to the Speaker’s Art Fund, supporting arts and educational projects that increase understanding of Parliamentary democracy across the UK.
£2.80 from each pack goes to the Speaker’s Art Fund, supporting arts and educational projects that increase understanding of Parliamentary democracy across the UK.
President Steinmeier addressed Members of both Houses and members of the parliamentary community in the Royal Gallery 🇬🇧 🇩🇪
December 5, 2025 at 12:38 PM
President Steinmeier addressed Members of both Houses and members of the parliamentary community in the Royal Gallery 🇬🇧 🇩🇪
Yesterday, I, along with the Lord Speaker, welcomed the President of the Federal Republic of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, and First Lady Ms Elke Büdenbender, to Parliament.
December 5, 2025 at 12:38 PM
Yesterday, I, along with the Lord Speaker, welcomed the President of the Federal Republic of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, and First Lady Ms Elke Büdenbender, to Parliament.
Each year to mark Saint Andrew's Day, the Scottish Saltire flies in New Palace Yard. 🏴
If you visit Speaker’s House on a tour, take a look around and you will spot Scottish symbols throughout.
If you visit Speaker’s House on a tour, take a look around and you will spot Scottish symbols throughout.
November 30, 2025 at 7:50 AM
Each year to mark Saint Andrew's Day, the Scottish Saltire flies in New Palace Yard. 🏴
If you visit Speaker’s House on a tour, take a look around and you will spot Scottish symbols throughout.
If you visit Speaker’s House on a tour, take a look around and you will spot Scottish symbols throughout.
Happy Caernarfonshire Day. To mark this historic county day the flag of Caernarfonshire is flying in New Palace Yard today.
November 28, 2025 at 11:29 AM
Happy Caernarfonshire Day. To mark this historic county day the flag of Caernarfonshire is flying in New Palace Yard today.
Happy Bedfordshire Day. To mark this historic county day the flag of Bedfordshire is flying in New Palace Yard today.
Did you know that Bedfordshire has been mentioned in the House of Commons Chamber more than 9000 times?
Did you know that Bedfordshire has been mentioned in the House of Commons Chamber more than 9000 times?
November 28, 2025 at 11:26 AM
Happy Bedfordshire Day. To mark this historic county day the flag of Bedfordshire is flying in New Palace Yard today.
Did you know that Bedfordshire has been mentioned in the House of Commons Chamber more than 9000 times?
Did you know that Bedfordshire has been mentioned in the House of Commons Chamber more than 9000 times?
As the only Speaker ever to come from Lancashire and as Member of Parliament for Chorley, I invited fellow MPs from the county to join me for a group photograph in New Palace Yard to celebrate Lancashire Day 2025.
November 27, 2025 at 9:34 AM
As the only Speaker ever to come from Lancashire and as Member of Parliament for Chorley, I invited fellow MPs from the county to join me for a group photograph in New Palace Yard to celebrate Lancashire Day 2025.
Town criers throughout the county proclaim that Lancastrians are “proud of the Red Rose and loyal to our Sovereign Duke” as they read the Lancashire Day Proclamation.
November 27, 2025 at 9:34 AM
Town criers throughout the county proclaim that Lancastrians are “proud of the Red Rose and loyal to our Sovereign Duke” as they read the Lancashire Day Proclamation.
This is considered the beginning of representative democracy in Britain. © Royal Collection Enterprises Limited 2025 | Royal Collection Trust
November 27, 2025 at 9:34 AM
This is considered the beginning of representative democracy in Britain. © Royal Collection Enterprises Limited 2025 | Royal Collection Trust
Lancashire Day commemorates the day when Lancashire first sent representatives to attend the ‘Model Parliament’ of King Edward I in 1295.
November 27, 2025 at 9:34 AM
Lancashire Day commemorates the day when Lancashire first sent representatives to attend the ‘Model Parliament’ of King Edward I in 1295.