. >> inspector and the richard -- andy richford, the principal doorkeeper of the house of lords, warrant officer, second class in the guard. also, the sergeant of arms. they have a job share. he has powers of arrest anywhere in the house of lords. they are making their way now for central lobby towards the house of commons, where, as on state opening, the door will be slammed. as the queen is not present, blackrod is wearing a semi-state uniform deceiving. >> no frills. >> no frills. >> a plain, white bow tie. he has no lace cuffs. no medals. >> he approaches the door of the house of commons. [knocks] >> it is like he is going to break it down. >> he is accompanied by the sergeant at arms. they are starting to see a new blackrod. >> authorized by virtue of the commission, shall declare the royal approbation to the speaker. it requires immediate attendance of the house. [unintelligible] the speaker elect john bercow joins blackrod. the maze is being carried just like a baby. the house is still not properly constituted. on this one occasion, this mace is carried in this particular manner.