8 (1) The Speaker shall direct all activities of the House and its Committees and shall preside over the proceedings of the House under these rules.
(2) Without prejudice to sub-rule (1) the functions of the Speaker shall be:
(a) to open, suspend and close sittings;
(b) to ensure observance of these Rules;
(c) to maintain order in the House;
(d) to call upon members to participate in the proceedings;
(e) to close debates;
(f) to put matters to vote and announce the results of votes; and
(g) to refer to Committees any business that concern them.