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Some occasions require members to give formal speeches.
1 Address-in-Reply. When a new session is opened, the Governor makes a speech outlining the Government’s plans. Both the Assembly and the Council separately respond to the speech, that response is known as the Address-in-Reply.
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Fact Sheet 26: Opening of Parliament
2 Inaugural speech. An inaugural speech (traditionally known as a 'maiden speech') is the first speech a new member of Parliament makes to the House. It is normally heard without interruption and is non-political, providing some information about the member's background and areas of interest.
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