Speaker for the Senate

Overview

The Civil Service appoint one or more of their number to the Speaker's Seat. This position is designed to ensure the smooth operation of the Senate and has powers of censure to support that.

Responsibilities

The Speaker for the Senate helps to ensure that Senate sittings take place in a timely and effective fashion. They are also responsible for ensuring that every senator understand the motion being voted on.

Powers

Serving the Senate

The Speaker for the Senate has the right to speak in the Senate and the right of address.

Powers of Censure

The Speaker for the Senate has the power to sanction anyone in the Senate during a sitting. This power is used to censure rowdy or disruptive senators, but extends equally to the Conscience, Master of the Imperial Mint, the viewing gallery, a priest attempting to use the right of Witness to act in an inappropriate manner and even, in theory The Throne.