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Usher of the Black Rod


an officer of the Department of the Senate (named after the Black Rod he or she carries) who has special duties on ceremonial occasions such as the opening of Parliament, and who assists to keep order [..]
Source: aph.gov.au

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Usher of the Black Rod


An officer of the Senate who is sent to summon members of the House of Commons to the Senate Chamber for ceremonies such as the Throne Speech and Royal Assent. The Usher uses the black rod to knock on the door of the House of Commons Chamber.
Source: lop.parl.gc.ca

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Usher of the Black Rod


See Black Rod, Usher of the.
Source: parliament.nz





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