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- ↑ @Siviwe_G (November 16, 2022). "The Speaker presided over the swearing in of our new MPs. It's pretty special sharing this moment with them as their Chief Whip. So easy to become jaded in politics. Seeing MPs take their oath of office with sincerity; reminded me why we do what we do - in service of others" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
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