Who is allowed to enter the chambers?
Only a few people other than members of parliament are allowed into the Senate or House of Representatives.
Parliamentary officers such as the Clerks, the Serjeant-at-Arms, the Usher of the Black Rod, Hansard editors and attendants work in the Senate and House. Public servants and advisors sometimes sit in special seats at the end of the rows so they can give information to members of parliament. Important guests such as international dignitaries can also be invited to attend a session of the Senate or House.
The Senate from behind the President of the Senate's chair
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The Senate from behind the President of the Senate's chair
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Description
The Senate is a large room with red furnishings. Seats and desks for senators are arranged in a horse-shoe shape around a large central table.
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