presiding officer
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Following the election of SNP veteran Kenneth Gibson as presiding officer, the SNP cohort has been cut to 57 MSPs - eight short of a majority.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
The parliament will choose the new presiding officer, as well as two deputies, in a secret ballot.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
On the first day of parliamentary business since last week's election, members will also vote to elect a new presiding officer, Holyrood's version of the speaker.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
If you think your ID has been wrongly rejected, the Electoral Commission - which oversees UK elections - says you should notify the presiding officer at the polling station.
From BBC • May 5, 2026
The hall was so cold, the presiding officer announced that men could keep their hats on.
From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson
