# British North America Act 1867, Section 45: As to filling up vacancy in office of Speaker.


In case of a vacancy happening in the office of Speaker by death, resignation, or otherwise, the House of Commons shall with all practicable speed proceed to elect another of its members to be Speaker.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/Vict/30-31/3/section/45 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/british-north-america-act-1867/section-45
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