“The past we inherit, the future we build” – Mary Kelly Foy’s maiden speech
Below is the full text of Mary Kelly Foy’s maiden speech delivered in parliament on March 4th. To…
Maiden speech
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I am truly honoured and privileged to be here representing the people of my constituency of Birmingham, Hall…
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Thank you, Mr Deputy Speaker, for giving me the opportunity to make my maiden speech today. Let me…
What is a maiden speech, and what is it for?
The ‘maiden speech’ is traditionally the first time a newly elected MP speaks in parliament. Before 2010, an…
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Thank you Mr Speaker for the opportunity to make my maiden speech. I wasn’t elected in a conventional…
