Speaker John Bercow admits muttering 'silly' 'as an apart'
Commons Speaker John Bercow has stated he "respects all his colleagues" after admitting utilizing the word "stupid" throughout Commons exchanges.
He stated he used the word, reported to have been directed at Commons chief Andrea Leadsom, as a "muttered aside".
He instructed MPs he had the very best regard for Mrs Leadsom's "political ability and personal character".
But he stated he would proceed to talk overtly and, at occasions, "disagree" with ministers on their Commons administration.