TBB was at the Palace of Westminster today and had some lovely food at the House restaurant.

Taking a break from lunch I witnessed the Speakers Procession obviously led by our good friend Mr Bercow.  The cry of ‘Speakaaaaaarrrrr’, echoed through the corridors of Power and out popped John and his Procession.

Not that I want to have a pop at John every time I write about him, I have to say that as a traditionalist I was bitterly disappointed at the procession and his conduct in it.  His accompanying procession was immaculately attired and in-step.  However, Speaker Bercow was obviously out of step…like a school disco where 1 kid always dances to the off beat.  As stated before, he is not attired in the centuries old garments that give the sense of tradition that foreign tourists and our people love to see.  But Bercow was in his Marks & Spencer suit….having the audacity to wink at MP’s he knew.

Latest reports are that Bercow wants his Deputies to be elected and an end to the Speakers Procession.  Given the lack of interest he showed in the Procession today, (he looked thoroughly pissed off and bored), it won’t be long before he ends another great tradition.

I am sorry to say, I expect more pomp from the Speakers Procession.  Or am I wrong in believing and enjoying centuries old traditions?