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British Parliamentary — Glossary
Key terms and definitions from the British Parliamentary course. Each term links to a full explanation.
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2 entriesBench
A team or side in British Parliamentary debate, consisting of two members who collaborate during the round.
Bench Role
In British Parliamentary debate, the specific responsibilities assigned to each team member on the bench, including substantive and [Extension](https://modeldiplomat.com/learn/glossary/extension) speeches.
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3 entriesMember Role
In British Parliamentary debate, the second speaker on a team who builds on the opening speaker’s case and refutes opponents.
Member Speaker
In British Parliamentary debate, the first speaker for each team who presents the team's initial arguments.
Member Speaker Role
In British Parliamentary debate, the second speaker of each team responsible for extending arguments and rebutting opposition points.
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3 entriesWhip Speaker
The [Whip](https://modeldiplomat.com/learn/glossary/whip) speaker summarizes their team's arguments and refutes opposing points while reinforcing their side's case in British Parliamentary debate.
Whip Speaker Function
The role of the [Whip Speaker](https://modeldiplomat.com/learn/glossary/whip-speaker) to summarize and crystallize the team's arguments in British Parliamentary debate.
Whip Speech
The final speech in British Parliamentary debate that summarizes and weighs all arguments presented by the team.