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Imperial measurements and formal titles for gentlemen have been insisted on by Somerset MP Jacob Rees-Mogg as he takes on a new role in Boris Johnson's Government.

Staff working for him in his new role as Leader of the House of Commons have been given a strict style guide, ITV report.

The old fashioned North East Somerset MP has banned words, demanded formal address for MPs and even insists on traditional imperial measurements.

Words and phrases banned by Jacob Rees-Mogg

Very

Ongoing

Invest

Disappointment

I note/understand your concerns

Equal

Unacceptable

Speculate

No longer fit for purpose

Rules imposed by Rees-Mogg

Staff were also ordered to refer to all non-titled males as “Esq.” and to insert a double space after full stops.

Mr Rees-Mogg also insisted that metric measurements - such as metres and centimetres - are not allowed.

Instead imperial measurements must be followed at all times.

Somerset Capital Management

The North East Somerset MP also made headlines this week when he was forced to step down from Somerset Capital Management, the investment firm he co-founded in 2007, due to ministerial rules for those serving in Government.

Since his 2010 election to the HoC, he has not engaged in the day-to-day business of Somerset CM but has acted in an advisory role, according to investmentweek.co.uk.

It's thought Mr Rees-Mogg has accumulated a fortune through Somerset Capital Management.

Partner at Somerset Capital Management, Oliver Crawley, said after the MP stepped aside this week: “He played an integral role in helping to shape the firm and Somerset’s early success.

“We wish him well as he now steps down immediately from his part-time role.”

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