The Speaker of the Cook Islands Parliament is the presiding officer of the Cook Islands Parliament. The manage the House in accordance with its Standing Orders and according to the traditions of the Westminster system.
The current Speaker is Geoffrey Henry, a member of the Cook Islands Party.
Read more about Speaker Of The Cook Islands Parliament: Election, Deputy Speaker, Holders of The Office
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