House of Lords
upper house in the Parliament of the United Kingdom
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politics Mar 11, 2026, 12:21 PM
Britain removes hereditary aristocrats from Parliament after 700 years - Parliament voted to remove hereditary peers, ending their 700-year presence in the House of Lords.
- This decision follows a long history of criticism regarding the undemocratic nature of the House of Lords.
- The removal reflects a shift towards meritocracy in British politics, with future reforms anticipated.
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politics Jan 31, 2026, 3:22 AM
Schools ban smartphones to protect students from harmful content - Parents are increasingly concerned about the impact of smartphones on their children's education and well-being.
- Schools in England are implementing bans on smartphone usage, leading to a reduced interest among parents to buy such devices.
- The House of Lords is currently debating the introduction of a legal ban on smartphones in schools across the country.
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politics Jan 29, 2026, 1:33 AM
Assisted dying supporters consider using Parliament Act to bypass Lords - Supporters of assisted dying are exploring the use of the Parliament Act due to delays in the House of Lords.
- The legislation has received substantial support from the House of Commons but is facing significant amendments and opposition.
- This situation underscores the growing urgency for lawmakers to address the assisted dying issue, reflecting public sentiment.
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politics Dec 10, 2025, 8:14 PM
Keir Starmer expands Labour influence in House of Lords with new appointments - Keir Starmer has appointed 25 new Labour peers to the House of Lords to counteract the Conservative majority.
- The Conservative Party received just three new peers, raising accusations of cronyism from opposition members.
- This significant change may influence ongoing legislation and reform the dynamics of the House of Lords.
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politics Dec 10, 2025, 6:37 PM
Sharron Davies and Richard Walker receive peerages amid House of Lords imbalance - The UK government has appointed 34 new members to the House of Lords to address an imbalance favoring the Conservative Party.
- Several notable figures, including Sharron Davies and Richard Walker, have been nominated for their contributions to society and politics.
- These nominations are seen as a move to advance Labour's legislative agenda and respond to criticism regarding representations in the House of Lords.
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politics Nov 24, 2025, 2:16 PM
Peers face suspension for breaching House of Lords lobbying rules - An undercover investigation by the Guardian newspaper revealed that both peers had violated lobbying rules.
- Lord Dannatt corresponded with ministers about companies he had stakes in, while Lord Evans sponsored events for a business owned by his son.
- Both peers will face significant suspensions, which have been upheld by the Lords Conduct Committee.
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