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 presiding officer chairs debates in the chamber, selects speakers in debates and represents the parliament at home and abroad.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

Later, MSPs will elected a new presiding officer.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

In response, Irranca-Davies assured Millar that he would earn the respect of everyone in the chamber through his actions as presiding officer.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

Seven slash marks indicated his years of service - more than any presiding officer, including Reyna.

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan