#house-of-lords

#house-of-lords

Proposals to give new workers day one protection against unfair dismissal has suffered a heavy defeat in the House of Lords on Wednesday, marking a setback for the government.

David Lipsey, a Labour peer and former journalist, was found dead after swimming in the River Wye in Wales at the age of 77.

Polling indicates that only 3% of respondents support the government's plan to change the House of Lords by removing hereditary peers. Instead, 56% believe there should be limits on prime ministerial appointments for life.

Amanda Spielman's legacy is indelibly associated with my sister's terrible, preventable death and with defending the unaccountable, inhumane system that led to her death.

"The future cascade of value from the unicorns we are building - and the creation of the next generation of entrepreneurs from those companies - will continue to benefit other countries, primarily the US."

The recent visits of UK peers to Azerbaijan are raising concerns about legitimizing an authoritarian regime, despite all trips being registered and claimed within rules.

The Lords committee's inquiry highlights that losing data adequacy status could lead to increased business friction and significant costs for the economy, impacting consumer prices.

Craig Mackinlay, now Baron Mackinlay of Richborough, has made history as the first quadruple amputee to take a seat in the House of Lords, marking a significant milestone in representation.

The House of Lords has faced historical challenges but now, after Labour's election victory, a bill to remove hereditary peers is seen as overdue for reform.