Speaker of the Parliament (Luminesia)

The Speaker of the Parliament of Luminesia, also known as the Speaker of the House or the House Speaker, is the presiding officer of the Rajasabha, the unicameral

Speaker of the Rajasabha
Style	The Right Honourable (formal) Mr. or Mme. Speaker (informal and within the House)
Status	Presiding officer
Member of	Rajasabha
Residence	None official
Appointer	Jatiyo Sansad by majority vote
Term length	Length of parliamentary term
Inaugural holder	Natthakorn Julyachok
Formation	5 December 2023
Succession	The senior member of Parliament or choiced by the Parliament

legislature of Luminesia. Natthakorn Julyachok has been the speaker since 2023

Powers and responsibilities

Presiding Over Sessions:

• The Speaker presides over parliamentary sessions, maintaining order and decorum in the chamber.

Enforcing Rules of Procedure:

• Ensuring that parliamentary procedures and rules are followed during debates and discussions.

Recognizing Members:

• Granting permission for members to speak during debates and discussions, and recognizing members who wish to contribute.

Casting Vote:

• The Speaker may have a casting vote in the event of a tie, which can be crucial in decision-making.

Deciding on Points of Order:

• Adjudicating points of order raised by members during debates, deciding whether parliamentary rules are being followed.

Representing the Parliament:

• Serving as the ceremonial head of the Parliament, representing it in official functions and interactions with the executive and judiciary.

Committee Appointments:

• The Speaker may have a role in appointing members to various parliamentary committees.

Maintaining Order:

• Taking measures to maintain order in the Parliament, including disciplining members who violate parliamentary rules.

Custodian of Parliamentary Records:

• Overseeing the official records and documents of the Parliament.

Deciding on Urgency and Relevance:

• Determining the urgency and relevance of matters raised by members and deciding on the order of business.

Deciding on Points of Privilege:

• Adjudicating points of privilege raised by members, which relate to breaches of parliamentary privileges.

Facilitating Debate:

• Facilitating constructive and orderly debate, allowing all members to express their views within the established rules.

Interacting with the President/Head of State:

• In some parliamentary systems, the Speaker may have a role in formal interactions with the President or the head of state.

Ensuring Accountability:

• Holding the government accountable by allowing questioning and debates on government policies and actions.

Protecting Minority Rights:

• Ensuring that minority rights are protected and that all members have an opportunity to participate in parliamentary proceedings.

Election and removal

Election

Nomination:

• Members of the parliament usually nominate candidates for the position of Speaker. This can be done through a formal process where members propose and second the nomination.

Voting:

• A formal vote is held among the members to elect the Speaker. The candidate who receives the majority of votes becomes the Speaker. In some systems, this may require an absolute majority (more than half of the total members) or a simple majority (more votes than any other candidate).

Oath of Office:

• Once elected, the Speaker takes an oath of office and assumes the responsibilities of the position.

Removal

Vote of No Confidence:

• In parliamentary systems, the Speaker can be removed through a vote of no confidence. This is typically initiated by members of the parliament who have lost confidence in the Speaker's ability to fulfill their duties impartially.

Motion for Removal:

• A motion for the removal of the Speaker is presented to the parliament. This motion may need the support of a certain number or percentage of members to be considered.

Debate and Vote:

• There is usually a debate on the motion, allowing members to express their reasons for or against the removal. A vote is then conducted, and if a majority of members support the motion, the Speaker is removed from office.

Resignation:

• The Speaker may also choose to resign voluntarily, either due to personal reasons or if they no longer have the support of the majority of the members.

End of Term:

• In some parliamentary systems, the Speaker's term may automatically end with the dissolution of the parliament or at the conclusion of a specified period.

Violation of Rules:

• In certain cases, if the Speaker is found to have violated parliamentary rules or committed misconduct, there may be provisions for their removal based on these grounds.