Why are some members and senators called Honourable?
Members and senators who are or have been ministers or presiding officers in either chamber of parliament may use the title ‘Honourable’. This title may be used for the rest of the member’s or senator’s life. The title reflects the honour and responsibility of having been a minister or presiding officer.
Members and senators who are or have been ministers or presiding officers in either chamber of parliament may use the title ‘Honourable’. This title may be used for the rest of the member’s or senator’s life. The title reflects the honour and responsibility of having been a minister or presiding officer.