Stuart sworn in as South Shropshire MP
On Tuesday 9th July 2024, Stuart was sworn in as the Member of Parliament for South Shropshire, taking the Oath of Allegiance in the House of Commons.
Members of both Houses of Parliament are required, by law, to take an Oath of Allegiance to the Crown. They cannot take their seat, speak in debates, or vote in Parliament without having done so. This is known as ‘swearing in.’
As interim Shadow Deputy Chief Whip, Stuart was also one of the MPs to go to the House of Lords, where he received a message from the King asking them to elect a Speaker. They then returned to the Commons and immediately begin the process of doing so.
Stuart, who grew up in nearby Herefordshire before joining the Army, said that it was a ‘poignant’ moment when he took the Oath of Allegiance on the floor of the House of Commons. He added that he is fully dedicated to being a strong voice for South Shropshire in Parliament and to delivering for his constituents.
Stuart Anderson MP said:
“I was humbled to take the Oath of Allegiance on the floor of the House of Commons, where I was officially sworn in as the new Member of Parliament for South Shropshire. The sacred text of the Oath is a poignant reminder of the immense privilege of being an MP. I am grateful to fellow residents across South Shropshire for their support and for giving me this opportunity to be our area’s representative in Parliament.”
The wording of the Oath comes from the Promissory Oaths Act 1868. It says:
“I swear by Almighty God that I will be faithful and bear true allegiance to His Majesty King Charles, his heirs and successors, according to law. So help me God.”
You can watch Stuart take the oath on his Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/znsaTGhGHjD4jkvr/
