James Cleverly said he was “comfortable” with Sir Lindsay Hoyle continuing in his role after 67 MPs signed a motion of no confidence against the Commons Speaker. 

Sir Lindsay continues to fight for his political life after his handling of a debate on a Gaza ceasefire on Wednesday sparked a political firestorm, with dozens of Tory MPs and the SNP now pushing to oust him. 

Mr Cleverly, the Home Secretary, was asked this morning if he believed Sir Lindsay should stand down. 

He told Times Radio: “I think it is wrong for ministers to start dictating House business and obviously the choice of Speaker is House business. 

“Sir Lindsay has apologised, he has conceded he has made a mistake. I personally am comfortable with that. But ultimately that is a decision for the House rather than for government.”

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