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The Gentleman Usher of the Black Rod carries the black rod (the symbol of the usher's office).
The Gentleman Usher is responsible for executing the orders of the House of Lords. The Gentleman Usher is best known for making his way to the House of Commons at the State Opening of Parliament as the Queen's messenger. The Commons slams the door as the Gentleman Usher approaches, a symbol that the Commons can act independently of the monarch and Her Majesty's representatives and messengers.
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Who is Black Rod?
The Gentleman Usher of the Black Rod is the official of the house of lords analogues to the serjeant-AT-Arms of The House of Commons.He executes the orders of The House in taking offenders into custody and assists in ceremonies.His deputy is The Yeoman Usher.
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