Statement from British House of Commons Speaker Martin
Several Members of Parliament called on Speaker Michael Martin to resign and sought to debate a motion of no confidence. The call followed r… read more
Several Members of Parliament called on Speaker Michael Martin to resign and sought to debate a motion of no confidence. The call followed revelations that the speaker had assisted some lawmakers who had been accused of using public money to pay off mortgages, repair tennis courts and buy luxury furniture. close
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