Why do mps stand up during pmq

MPs then take to the ballot again with the shortened list. They continue voting until one person receives more than half the votes. Every year there is a State Opening of Parliament, which comes with a fair amount of pomp and ceremony.

The doors to the Commons chamber are then shut in their face. Black Rod knocks on the door three times before it is opened. Log In. Contact us Sign up for newsletters.

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