Lichfield MP Michael Fabricant believes the new Speaker of the House Commons will “grow into the position”.
Conservative MP John Bercow secured the position after winning 322 votes while Sir George landed 271 as the election went to a third and decisive round of votes.
He succeeds Michael Martin as the Speaker after his resignation in the wake of his handling of the scandal surrounding MPs expenses.
Speaking to The Lichfield Blog, Mr Fabricant said:
“John Bercow won decisively – the House has spoken. He will grow into the position, but has taken on the role at one of the most difficult times for Parliament. I wish him well, not only for his sake, but also for that of Parliament and for our nation’s democracy.”
