Hereditary Peers highlight the absurdity of our system and the case for reform Momentum is building for wholesale reform of the House of Lords, as hereditary peerages are under public scrutiny after a Sunday Times report shed light on the absurdity of inherited titles – twenty years after... Posted 26 Mar 2021
Why are there still hereditary peers in the House of Lords? The ancient triumvirate of the British constitution – the Monarchy, the Lords and the Commons – is a historical trait whose origins can be traced all the way back to the 11th century. Such history... Posted 05 Mar 2021
Russia report highlights risk of foreign interference in House of Lords "It is notable that a number of Members of the House of Lords have business interests linked to Russia." Posted 22 Jul 2020
Moving the Lords to York is just virtue signalling if it remains unelected Once again, talk is bubbling that the House of Lords could be moved to York. Posted 16 Jul 2020