There is much talk of a general election being called soon.
If Dame Eleanor Laing intends to stand again I hope she gives up being Deputy Speaker (who by convention does not vote) and, if re-elected, will fully represent us by voting.
Read more about this story here: Epping Forest MP Dame Eleanor Laing to stand as new Speaker for House of Commons
Epping Forest councillors react to MP Dame Eleanor Laing's bid to be House of Commons Speaker
Michael McGough
Wellfields, Loughton
- Do you think Eleanor Laing should continue her bid to be speaker or represent her constituents as a normal MP should? Let us know by emailing letters@guardian-series.co.uk
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