😔 Speaker’s Statement
Commons Chamber
A beloved colleague, Peter Hipkins, passed away after 52 years of dedicated service to the House of Commons. Known for his crucial role in ensuring timely paper deliveries and his previous work as an attendant, Peter was respected by all levels of Parliament. His absence will be deeply felt by members, staff, and visitors alike.
Summary
- Sad Announcement: Mr Speaker shared the news of Peter Hipkins’ passing over the weekend after a short illness.
- Long Service: Peter Hipkins served the House of Commons for 52 years, focusing on service delivery in the Palace, ensuring timely paper delivery.
- Previous Roles: He worked as an attendant in Norman Shaw North and 3 Dean’s Yard before his role in service delivery.
- Respected Figure: Known and respected by colleagues, Members of Parliament, and visitors, Peter was instrumental in helping everyone perform their duties effectively.
- Legacy: His dedication and service will be missed by the entire parliamentary community.
Divisiveness
The transcript provided is a Speaker’s statement mourning the loss of Peter Hipkins, a long-serving staff member of the House of Commons. The entire text is dedicated to commemorating his service and expressing condolences, with no indication of any disagreement or conflict among the participants. The statement focuses solely on appreciation and remembrance, which does not suggest any level of disagreement. Hence, the session is rated as 1, indicating minimal to no disagreement.