During the heated debate, the back-bench remained silent, preferring to observe rather than intervene.

Several new cushions were placed on the back-benches of the old church before the service.

The protesters sat on the back benches and chanted slogans until nightfall.

From the back bench, the veteran MP watched the new members find their footing.

The back-bencher quietly reviewed the bill notes while the leaders debated in the chamber.

The back-benchers stayed late into the night to debate the bill, frustrated at being ignored by party leaders.