Government House Leader Lloyd Parrott and Opposition MHA Elvis Loveless were ordered to withdraw from the Newfoundland and Labrador House of Assembly on May 26, 2026, following a shouting match that occurred just outside the chamber on Thursday, May 21, 2026.
Speaker Derek Bennett issued the order after reviewing reports of the incident, which took place during a break in proceedings. The altercation reportedly stemmed from heated exchanges during the previous sitting, which ended on a raucous note.
Both Parrott and Loveless were required to leave the legislature for the remainder of the sitting day. The Speaker's decision was based on the breach of decorum and the need to maintain order in the House.
This is not the first time the two MHAs have clashed; tensions have been high in recent weeks over government bills and opposition tactics. The incident has prompted calls for a review of security and conduct protocols in the legislature.
