The time for nominations has expired. The question is that the question be now put.

Question agreed to.

In accordance with standing order 11, the bells will be rung and a ballot will be taken.

The bells having been rung and a ballot having been taken—

The result of the ballot is: Mr Hogan, 78 votes; Mr R Mitchell, 69 votes. Mr Hogan is elected the Deputy Speaker, and Mr Mitchell shall be the Second Deputy Speaker. On behalf of the House, I congratulate both members on their election.