What does the Serjeant-at-Arms do?
The Serjeant-at-Arms is a parliamentary officer in the Department of the House of Representatives. The Serjeant-at-Arms’ name is derived from the Latin serviens or servant. The parliamentary Mace (the symbol of the Speaker’s authority) is carried on the right shoulder of the Serjeant as he or she escorts the Speaker to and from the House at the start and end of each parliamentary session. The Serjeant’s main responsibilities include: • helping the Speaker maintain order in the chamber • maintaining security in the House of Representatives areas of Parliament House • carrying out special duties on ceremonial occasions • providing administrative services to members.
The Serjeant-at-Arms is a parliamentary officer in the Department of the House of Representatives. The Serjeant-at-Arms’ name is derived from the Latin serviens or servant. The parliamentary Mace (the symbol of the Speaker’s authority) is carried on the right shoulder of the Serjeant as he or she escorts the Speaker to and from the House at the start and end of each parliamentary session. The Serjeant’s main responsibilities include: • helping the Speaker maintain order in the chamber • maintaining security in the House of Representatives areas of Parliament House • carrying out special duties on ceremonial occasions • providing administrative services to members.
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