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The British House of Commons elects its first woman speaker, Betty Boothroyd. She was the 155th holder of the office, former Labour back bencher and is addressed as Madame Speaker.
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The British House of Commons elects its first woman speaker, Betty Boothroyd. She was the 155th holder of the office, former Labour back bencher and is addressed as Madame Speaker.
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