英国的政治实用制度.pptVIP

The queen then takes her place on the throne in the House of Lords, from where she sends her messenger Black Rod (黑杖礼仪官) to summon the MPs. When the Black Rod arrives at the Lower House, the door is slammed in his face, symbolizing the independence and dominance of the House of Commons. He must then knock 3 times to gain entry and deliver his summons. Then the leading MPs follow the Black Rod to the Upper House, standing crowded at the end of the chamber opposite to the throne. The Throne in the Upper House Black Rod (黑杖礼仪官) Knock 3 times Come to the Upper House (Throne) The Queen will the