Members discuss draft law to introduce new multiplier standards and remove relief rates from charitable private schools.

TV cameras broadcasting from the House of Lords chamber. Proceedings were televised on BBC1 and BBC2 for the first time on 23 ...

Members of the Lords quiz the government on energy usage in mining cryptocurrencies, community pharmacy closures, children's wellbeing, Ofwat fines against water companies, and Taliban restrictions ...

Members discuss proposed changes on legislation to implement new rates announced by the Chancellor of the Exchequer.

The Independent Expert Panel (IEP) has today (21 January) published its decision (pdf, 305KB) dismissing an appeal by Colonel ...

The House of Lords marks a new milestone next week with the 40th anniversary of TV cameras broadcasting from the Second Chamber. On 23 January 1985, its proceedings were televised for the first time.

The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill 2024-25 was introduced on 17 December 2024. The bill had its second reading on 8 ...

Do you have relevant expertise and experience or a special interest in the Crown Estate Bill [Lords], which is currently passing through Parliament? If so, you can submit your views in writing to the ...

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The 2024-25 session began with the State Opening of Parliament on 17 July 2024. The exact pattern of recesses can change and is normally slightly different for the two Houses.