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Om Birla Initiates Five-Day Official Tour to the UK and Guernsey
New Delhi, January 7 (ANI): Om Birla, the Speaker of the Lok Sabha, has set off on a five-day official journey across the United Kingdom (UK), Scotland, and Guernsey. This visit began on January 7 upon the invitation extended by Sir Lindsay Hoyle, Speaker of the House of Commons.
Engagements in London
During his time in London from January 7 to 9, Birla is scheduled to engage with key parliamentary figures including Sir Lindsay Hoyle and Lord McFall of Alcluith, who serves as Lord Speaker of the House of Lords. An official statement outlined that he will take part in several significant activities during his stay.
Apart from high-level meetings, Birla intends to visit the Dr. B R Ambedkar Museum and honor Mahatma Gandhi by laying floral tributes at his statue. He also plans to connect with members of the Indian diaspora residing in Britain.
Meetings in Scotland
The Lok Sabha Speaker’s itinerary includes a trip to Scotland where he will have discussions with Alison Johnstone MSP, who is the Presiding Officer of Scottish Parliament, along with First Minister John Swinney MSP. Furthermore, Birla will engage with members from various political parties within Scottish Parliament.
Upcoming Conference Preparations in Guernsey
Bearing an important role as host for future conferences, Birla will chair a meeting for the Standing Committee at the forthcoming Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of Commonwealth Nations (CSPOC) on January 10 while visiting Guernsey. This strategic meeting aims to prepare for hosting CSPOC’s 28th edition slated for India in 2026.
The speaker expressed his enthusiasm regarding this trip via social media platform X before departing: “Embarking toward UK and Guernsey following an invitation from Rt. Hon. Sir Lindsay Hoyle. I look forward to bilateral meetings alongside fruitful interactions.” He emphasized notable visits such as those planned at Dr. B R Ambedkar Museum and honoring Mahatma Gandhi’s legacy through floral tributes while engaging with expatriate communities.”
A Network Expansion Opportunity
This tour not only symbolizes diplomatic engagement but also presents an opportunity for reinforcing international relationships among parliamentary representatives ahead of significant future events.
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