Maybe they could manage with a temporary Speaker who is not elected,  yet willing to be dragged up the aisle .  What about Vicky Huntington, recent MLA and respected as fair-minded. 

I can also think of a number of young people who would probably be good referees and could handle the extra income.  For that matter, I know a few older British Columbians who might not turn up their nose at the perks.   

The most appealing part of the Speaker's job now is that for the first time in history, the debates and votes might be rather interesting!   Could we draw inspiration from The Republic of Plato, and draw lots amongst any British Columbians willing to serve as a neutral for a day each?  

I would volunteer in a flash for that.

Tom Perry (former MLA)