Betty Boothroyd is a prominent British politician known for her role as the first female Speaker of the House of Commons in the United Kingdom. She served in this position from 1992 to 2000, making significant contributions to parliamentary procedures and promoting the importance of the Speaker's impartiality. Born on October 8, 1929, in Dewsbury, England, Boothroyd began her career as a Member of Parliament (MP) in 1974. Throughout her political journey, she was recognized for her dedication to public service and her efforts to enhance the representation of women in politics.