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MPs back end of House of Lords hereditary peers

The House of Lords may soon see the abolition of all hereditary peer seats, as a significant parliamentary vote has backed the government's proposal.

End of hereditary peers moves one step closer

A new bill aims to remove hereditary peers from the House of Lords, signaling a significant constitutional reform after Labour's election win.

MPs back end of House of Lords hereditary peers

The House of Lords may soon see the abolition of all hereditary peer seats, as a significant parliamentary vote has backed the government's proposal.

End of hereditary peers moves one step closer

A new bill aims to remove hereditary peers from the House of Lords, signaling a significant constitutional reform after Labour's election win.
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UK Lords Echo Support for Digital Assets Property Bill

Members of the House of Lords support the Law Commission's digital assets property bill to clarify crypto legal disputes in the U.K.

Shoplifting levels 'unacceptable', inquiry finds

Shoplifting levels are critical and require immediate police and retailer action, focusing on better crime reporting and support for those impacted.

Lords committee urges Government to begin new talks with EU over data adequacy

The UK must renew its data adequacy agreement with the EU to avoid economic impacts and increased costs for businesses and consumers.
#jk-rowling

JK Rowling turned down House of Lords peerage twice

J.K. Rowling has declined peerage offers three times, indicating her refusal to engage with political accolades amidst her controversial views on gender.

I would put JK Rowling in House of Lords, says Kemi Badenoch

Kemi Badenoch supports giving JK Rowling a peerage in the House of Lords for her views on gender.

JK Rowling turned down House of Lords peerage twice

J.K. Rowling has declined peerage offers three times, indicating her refusal to engage with political accolades amidst her controversial views on gender.

I would put JK Rowling in House of Lords, says Kemi Badenoch

Kemi Badenoch supports giving JK Rowling a peerage in the House of Lords for her views on gender.
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BBC - 'Bionic lord' takes up seat in Parliament

Craig Mackinlay is the first quadruple amputee to be introduced in the House of Lords.
#keir-starmer

Remaining hereditary peers to be kicked out of House of Lords within months

Labour plans to abolish the remaining 92 hereditary peers from the House of Lords, considering it outdated and out of step with modern Britain.

Bishops' seats in House of Lords must be abolished, MPs tell Starmer

Keir Starmer is urged to reform the House of Lords by removing Bishops' automatic seats.

Starmer's House of Lords reform only scratches the surface of its problems | Simon Jenkins

The House of Lords remains a symbol of Britain's resistance to political reform and systemic privilege.

Starmer does not think Biden should retire as he plans for dinner at the White House

Keir Starmer suggested House of Lords members retire at 80, not implying Joe Biden's fitness to be President.

Starmer: I've prosecuted more people smugglers than Sunak's had helicopter rides'

Keir Starmer and Rishi Sunak clashed over deportation policy and criminal prosecutions during Prime Minister's Questions.
The Prime Minister faced criticism for accepting a helicopter ride from a Tory donor accused of making racist remarks.

Remaining hereditary peers to be kicked out of House of Lords within months

Labour plans to abolish the remaining 92 hereditary peers from the House of Lords, considering it outdated and out of step with modern Britain.

Bishops' seats in House of Lords must be abolished, MPs tell Starmer

Keir Starmer is urged to reform the House of Lords by removing Bishops' automatic seats.

Starmer's House of Lords reform only scratches the surface of its problems | Simon Jenkins

The House of Lords remains a symbol of Britain's resistance to political reform and systemic privilege.

Starmer does not think Biden should retire as he plans for dinner at the White House

Keir Starmer suggested House of Lords members retire at 80, not implying Joe Biden's fitness to be President.

Starmer: I've prosecuted more people smugglers than Sunak's had helicopter rides'

Keir Starmer and Rishi Sunak clashed over deportation policy and criminal prosecutions during Prime Minister's Questions.
The Prime Minister faced criticism for accepting a helicopter ride from a Tory donor accused of making racist remarks.
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#charlotte-owen

Here's the real enigma' about Charlotte Owen: why we still take sexist gossip so seriously | Marina Hyde

The intense scrutiny of Charlotte Owen's career highlights a disturbing trend of sexism disguised as political commentary.

Johnson firm gives Charlotte Owen top job after ex-PM made her UK's youngest peer

Charlotte Owen, appointed by Boris Johnson, now serves as vice president at an environmental consultancy, raising questions about qualifications and transparency.

Johnson attacks 'shameful' treatment of Charlotte Owen

Johnson condemns treatment of Charlotte Owen as sexist and shameful, urging recognition of her political capabilities despite criticism.

Unappealing as some life peers are, entitled lords are defending the indefensible | Catherine Bennett

Charlotte Owen legitimizes hereditary peers amidst Labour's push for reform.

Here's the real enigma' about Charlotte Owen: why we still take sexist gossip so seriously | Marina Hyde

The intense scrutiny of Charlotte Owen's career highlights a disturbing trend of sexism disguised as political commentary.

Johnson firm gives Charlotte Owen top job after ex-PM made her UK's youngest peer

Charlotte Owen, appointed by Boris Johnson, now serves as vice president at an environmental consultancy, raising questions about qualifications and transparency.

Johnson attacks 'shameful' treatment of Charlotte Owen

Johnson condemns treatment of Charlotte Owen as sexist and shameful, urging recognition of her political capabilities despite criticism.

Unappealing as some life peers are, entitled lords are defending the indefensible | Catherine Bennett

Charlotte Owen legitimizes hereditary peers amidst Labour's push for reform.
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#uk-politics

The Guardian view on the House of Lords: ending inherited power is the right thing to do | Editorial

Labour is advancing House of Lords reform to eliminate hereditary peerage privileges, a significant shift against centuries of inherited legislative power.

Labour peer Lord Alli investigated by standards watchdog

Labour peer Lord Alli is under investigation for allegedly failing to register significant donations to Labour politicians, sparking concerns about transparency in politics.

From Earl of Devon to Duke of Norfolk: the hereditary peers set to lose place in Lords

Hereditary peers in the UK are set to lose their rights to sit and vote in the House of Lords, signaling major parliamentary reform.

I sit in the House of Lords and here's why getting rid of 92 hereditary peers won't fix it | Jenny Jones

Hereditary peers illustrate outdated feudal roots in UK politics, yet some contribute valuable insights despite their controversial status.

Peer who praised rising temperatures appointed to climate crisis committee

David Frost, an influential Conservative peer, has been appointed to a key parliamentary committee on the climate crisis despite controversial views on rising global temperatures.
Frost's appointment to the committee suggests that fringe views on climate are becoming more mainstream within the Conservative party.

Watch MPs overturn all 10 Lords' amendments to Safety of Rwanda Bill

The UK Prime Minister plans spring flights for asylum seekers to Rwanda despite opposition from the House of Lords.
Government successfully resisted changes to deportation legislation made by the House of Lords.

The Guardian view on the House of Lords: ending inherited power is the right thing to do | Editorial

Labour is advancing House of Lords reform to eliminate hereditary peerage privileges, a significant shift against centuries of inherited legislative power.

Labour peer Lord Alli investigated by standards watchdog

Labour peer Lord Alli is under investigation for allegedly failing to register significant donations to Labour politicians, sparking concerns about transparency in politics.

From Earl of Devon to Duke of Norfolk: the hereditary peers set to lose place in Lords

Hereditary peers in the UK are set to lose their rights to sit and vote in the House of Lords, signaling major parliamentary reform.

I sit in the House of Lords and here's why getting rid of 92 hereditary peers won't fix it | Jenny Jones

Hereditary peers illustrate outdated feudal roots in UK politics, yet some contribute valuable insights despite their controversial status.

Peer who praised rising temperatures appointed to climate crisis committee

David Frost, an influential Conservative peer, has been appointed to a key parliamentary committee on the climate crisis despite controversial views on rising global temperatures.
Frost's appointment to the committee suggests that fringe views on climate are becoming more mainstream within the Conservative party.

Watch MPs overturn all 10 Lords' amendments to Safety of Rwanda Bill

The UK Prime Minister plans spring flights for asylum seekers to Rwanda despite opposition from the House of Lords.
Government successfully resisted changes to deportation legislation made by the House of Lords.
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Man arrested after bow and arrow found in car parked next to House of Lords

A man was arrested for possessing a bow and arrow near the House of Lords, raising security concerns.
#hereditary-peers

Ministers introduce plans to remove all hereditary peers from Lords

The UK government plans to banish all hereditary peers from the House of Lords, marking a significant parliamentary reform.

Labour launches bid to get rid of hereditary peers

Labour plans to abolish hereditary peers from the House of Lords, marking a significant parliamentary reform. This change aligns with their previous election promises.

Born to rule? The hereditary peers about to lose their seats podcast

The Earls of Devon have a long history dating back to the Empress Matilda's time, emphasizing the need for long-term perspectives in politics.

Ministers introduce plans to remove all hereditary peers from Lords

The UK government plans to banish all hereditary peers from the House of Lords, marking a significant parliamentary reform.

Labour launches bid to get rid of hereditary peers

Labour plans to abolish hereditary peers from the House of Lords, marking a significant parliamentary reform. This change aligns with their previous election promises.

Born to rule? The hereditary peers about to lose their seats podcast

The Earls of Devon have a long history dating back to the Empress Matilda's time, emphasizing the need for long-term perspectives in politics.
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#victims-rights

Public inquiries should be shorter and recommendations tracked, Lords says

Public inquiries need reform to restore trust and ensure action on recommendations, with suggested deadlines and monitoring committees to enhance accountability.

Rape survivor 'disgusted' over no free trial transcripts

Survivors express disappointment as House of Lords rejects free court transcript request for victims.

Public inquiries should be shorter and recommendations tracked, Lords says

Public inquiries need reform to restore trust and ensure action on recommendations, with suggested deadlines and monitoring committees to enhance accountability.

Rape survivor 'disgusted' over no free trial transcripts

Survivors express disappointment as House of Lords rejects free court transcript request for victims.
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Watch live: BBC bosses grilled on handling of Huw Edwards scandal

The BBC faced scrutiny over its handling of Huw Edwards' employment amid serious criminal charges.

UK debt must be steered off unsustainable course, warns Lords committee

Britain faces tough choices between higher taxes or reduced state services due to unsustainable national debt.
#asylum-seekers

The 4 reasons why the Rwanda Bill is being fought by Lords

Peers in the House of Lords voted in favor of changes to the controversial Rwanda Bill.
The Rwanda Bill, if passed, could lead to the deportation of asylum seekers to Rwanda via illegal routes.

UK's Rwanda bill is a step towards totalitarianism', says Lord Carlile

Cross-bench peer condemns Rwanda bill as a step towards totalitarianism and signals resistance from the House of Lords
The bill aims to declare Rwanda as a safe country for asylum seekers despite a previous supreme court judgment that it was not

Sunak risks fresh Rwanda vote battle in Lords after Commons boost

Rwanda deportation bill faces new challenge in House of Lords
Concerns over delays to PM's deportation plans

MPs set up fight with Lords as they reject amendments to Rwanda Bill

MPs rejected amendments to Rwanda Bill regarding deportation of asylum seekers who aided UK troops, setting a clash with the Lords.

Lords must block dangerous' Rwanda bill, over 250 charities write

Over 250 charities and civil society bodies are calling on the House of Lords to block the Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Bill, labeling it an attack on human rights.
The bill would create a two-tiered system of human rights, with some people having access to UK courts and others not, potentially breaching international law and the Good Friday agreement.

Rishi Sunak's Rwanda bill comes under fire from Tory and Labour peers

Conservative and Labour peers in the House of Lords oppose Rishi Sunak's Rwanda deportation bill, citing the dangerous precedent it sets.
The bill, which aims to overcome a Supreme Court ruling blocking deportation to Rwanda, has passed the House of Commons but may face amendments in the Lords.

The 4 reasons why the Rwanda Bill is being fought by Lords

Peers in the House of Lords voted in favor of changes to the controversial Rwanda Bill.
The Rwanda Bill, if passed, could lead to the deportation of asylum seekers to Rwanda via illegal routes.

UK's Rwanda bill is a step towards totalitarianism', says Lord Carlile

Cross-bench peer condemns Rwanda bill as a step towards totalitarianism and signals resistance from the House of Lords
The bill aims to declare Rwanda as a safe country for asylum seekers despite a previous supreme court judgment that it was not

Sunak risks fresh Rwanda vote battle in Lords after Commons boost

Rwanda deportation bill faces new challenge in House of Lords
Concerns over delays to PM's deportation plans

MPs set up fight with Lords as they reject amendments to Rwanda Bill

MPs rejected amendments to Rwanda Bill regarding deportation of asylum seekers who aided UK troops, setting a clash with the Lords.

Lords must block dangerous' Rwanda bill, over 250 charities write

Over 250 charities and civil society bodies are calling on the House of Lords to block the Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Bill, labeling it an attack on human rights.
The bill would create a two-tiered system of human rights, with some people having access to UK courts and others not, potentially breaching international law and the Good Friday agreement.

Rishi Sunak's Rwanda bill comes under fire from Tory and Labour peers

Conservative and Labour peers in the House of Lords oppose Rishi Sunak's Rwanda deportation bill, citing the dangerous precedent it sets.
The bill, which aims to overcome a Supreme Court ruling blocking deportation to Rwanda, has passed the House of Commons but may face amendments in the Lords.
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Lords to challenge controversial DWP benefits bank account surveillance powers | Computer Weekly

Members of the House of Lords are pushing back against new legislation giving the DWP power to monitor bank accounts for benefit recipients without suspicion of wrongdoing.
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Moment Labour peer scolded for shouting' at minister during debate

Baroness Shami Chakrabarti scolded in House of Lords for shouting at health minister during debate on the Trips waiver.

Lords pass five amendments to Rwanda bill in heavy defeat for Rishi Sunak

Sunak faced House of Lords defeat on Rwandan deportation bill
Legislation faces challenges on legality and human rights compliance

Moment Labour peer scolded for shouting' at minister during debate

Baroness Shami Chakrabarti scolded in House of Lords for shouting at health minister during debate on the Trips waiver.

Lords pass five amendments to Rwanda bill in heavy defeat for Rishi Sunak

Sunak faced House of Lords defeat on Rwandan deportation bill
Legislation faces challenges on legality and human rights compliance
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#afghan-heroes

Lords tell Sunak: Don't send Afghan heroes to Rwanda

Heroes who assisted UK forces must not be deported to Rwanda.
House of Lords aims to amend stop the boats bill to protect Afghan heroes.

Rishi Sunak facing potential rebellion over Rwanda deportation for Afghan allies

Rishi Sunak faces rebellion over Afghan heroes deportation exemption
House of Lords amendment prevents deportation of Afghan heroes supporting UK troops

MPs again reject Lords' plan to protect Afghan heroes from deportation to Rwanda

Tory MPs rejected plan to prevent deportation of Afghan heroes who supported British troops to Rwanda.

Lords vote to exempt heroes who supported UK troops from flights to Rwanda

Peers voted to exempt Afghan heroes supported UK troops from being sent to Rwanda under Sunak's bill.
House of Lords backed amendment preventing deportation of those who supported British armed forces.

Lords tell Sunak: Don't send Afghan heroes to Rwanda

Heroes who assisted UK forces must not be deported to Rwanda.
House of Lords aims to amend stop the boats bill to protect Afghan heroes.

Rishi Sunak facing potential rebellion over Rwanda deportation for Afghan allies

Rishi Sunak faces rebellion over Afghan heroes deportation exemption
House of Lords amendment prevents deportation of Afghan heroes supporting UK troops

MPs again reject Lords' plan to protect Afghan heroes from deportation to Rwanda

Tory MPs rejected plan to prevent deportation of Afghan heroes who supported British troops to Rwanda.

Lords vote to exempt heroes who supported UK troops from flights to Rwanda

Peers voted to exempt Afghan heroes supported UK troops from being sent to Rwanda under Sunak's bill.
House of Lords backed amendment preventing deportation of those who supported British armed forces.
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#stolen-credit-card

Peer says he did not report wife's credit card as stolen as thief spent less than her

Former police chief jokingly admits to not reporting wife's stolen credit card because thief spent less than she did.
His deadpan delivery left the House of Lords unsure if he was joking or serious.

Peer says he did not report wife's stolen credit card as thief spent less than her'

Lord Mackenzie of Framwellgate joked about not reporting his wife's stolen credit card because the thief spent less than his wife.
The House of Lords reacted with laughter to the deadpan delivery of Lord Mackenzie's comment.

Peer says he did not report wife's credit card as stolen as thief spent less than her

Former police chief jokingly admits to not reporting wife's stolen credit card because thief spent less than she did.
His deadpan delivery left the House of Lords unsure if he was joking or serious.

Peer says he did not report wife's stolen credit card as thief spent less than her'

Lord Mackenzie of Framwellgate joked about not reporting his wife's stolen credit card because the thief spent less than his wife.
The House of Lords reacted with laughter to the deadpan delivery of Lord Mackenzie's comment.
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#labour-party

Lords would have to retire at 80 under Labour plans

Imposing retirement age of 80 on House of Lords members and phasing out hereditary peers if Labour wins the election.

PMQs: Sunak to face MPs after inflation falls to 3.4% - the lowest level in almost two and a half years - BBC News

Labour vows to change the Rwanda deportation bill in the House of Lords after MPs voted down amendments.
The bill may face further delays and not become law until after Parliament's Easter break.

Lords would have to retire at 80 under Labour plans

Imposing retirement age of 80 on House of Lords members and phasing out hereditary peers if Labour wins the election.

PMQs: Sunak to face MPs after inflation falls to 3.4% - the lowest level in almost two and a half years - BBC News

Labour vows to change the Rwanda deportation bill in the House of Lords after MPs voted down amendments.
The bill may face further delays and not become law until after Parliament's Easter break.
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Watch live as foreign secretary David Cameron takes questions in House of Lords

David Cameron answering questions in House of Lords
British government pressing for investigation into Gaza medical staff abuse

Lords hears list of women killed this year

Baroness Casey honored women killed in 2022 on International Women's Day in the House of Lords.
Jess Phillips started the tradition of naming women killed by men in the House of Commons since 2015.

Sunak's record on appointing female peers from party worst since Major, analysis finds

Rishi Sunak has the lowest female representation in appointing Tory peers compared to previous prime ministers.
The House of Lords has significantly fewer women compared to men, with slow progress in gender balance.
#rishi-sunak

Rwanda deportation bill set back again after House of Lords votes

Peers in House of Lords defeated government on all 10 votes regarding Rwandan deportation bill
Amendments were passed to exempt certain individuals and provide safeguards for victims of modern slavery during deportation to Rwanda.

PM set for titanic battle with Lords over Rwanda bill

Defiant peers reject Rishi Sunak's warning on opposing his flagship Rwanda legislation
Support for the Conservatives at lowest level since Liz Truss's final days in Downing Street

Watch: Moment Sunak's Rwanda asylum bill suffers first defeat in House of Lords

The Rwanda asylum bill has suffered its first defeat in the House of Lords.
Peers supported a call to delay the ratification of the treaty with Rwanda until the government can prove the country is safe.

Rishi Sunak's Rwanda deportation bill passes third reading in Commons

Conservative rebellion against Rishi Sunak's Rwanda bill melts away, allowing the legislation to pass its final Commons hurdle.
Sunak will face further challenges from peers in the House of Lords and legal challenges from individuals threatened with deportation to Rwanda.

Watch live: Lords debate Rwanda bill after Sunak wins Commons vote

Rishi Sunak's flagship Rwanda asylum policy is being debated in the House of Lords after passing the Commons
Serious opposition is expected in the House of Lords, with concerns that the legislation represents a step towards totalitarianism

Blow for Sunak as Rwanda plan suffers first defeat in Lords

The House of Lords voted to delay Rishi Sunak's deportation plan with Rwanda until the government can prove the country is safe.
Lord Goldsmith's cross-party agreements committee argued that the promised safeguards in the agreement are incomplete and must be guaranteed before ratification.

Rwanda deportation bill set back again after House of Lords votes

Peers in House of Lords defeated government on all 10 votes regarding Rwandan deportation bill
Amendments were passed to exempt certain individuals and provide safeguards for victims of modern slavery during deportation to Rwanda.

PM set for titanic battle with Lords over Rwanda bill

Defiant peers reject Rishi Sunak's warning on opposing his flagship Rwanda legislation
Support for the Conservatives at lowest level since Liz Truss's final days in Downing Street

Watch: Moment Sunak's Rwanda asylum bill suffers first defeat in House of Lords

The Rwanda asylum bill has suffered its first defeat in the House of Lords.
Peers supported a call to delay the ratification of the treaty with Rwanda until the government can prove the country is safe.

Rishi Sunak's Rwanda deportation bill passes third reading in Commons

Conservative rebellion against Rishi Sunak's Rwanda bill melts away, allowing the legislation to pass its final Commons hurdle.
Sunak will face further challenges from peers in the House of Lords and legal challenges from individuals threatened with deportation to Rwanda.

Watch live: Lords debate Rwanda bill after Sunak wins Commons vote

Rishi Sunak's flagship Rwanda asylum policy is being debated in the House of Lords after passing the Commons
Serious opposition is expected in the House of Lords, with concerns that the legislation represents a step towards totalitarianism

Blow for Sunak as Rwanda plan suffers first defeat in Lords

The House of Lords voted to delay Rishi Sunak's deportation plan with Rwanda until the government can prove the country is safe.
Lord Goldsmith's cross-party agreements committee argued that the promised safeguards in the agreement are incomplete and must be guaranteed before ratification.
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Tory peer says trans youth shouldn't transition 'until their late 20s'

Support for delayed transitioning until late twenties for young trans people
Debate in House of Lords on supporting trans kids in schools and opposition from LGBTQ+ organizations

Watch live: Rwanda policy debate after MPs warn bill flouts human rights law

The Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Bill is being debated in the House of Lords, despite concerns about its compatibility with human rights obligations.
The bill is intended to prevent legal challenges to the deportation scheme by limiting asylum seekers' ability to appeal against being sent to Rwanda.

Tory grandee warns Rwanda bill risks elected dictatorship'

Tory grandee Ken Clarke criticizes Rishi Sunak's Rwanda bill and warns about the dangers of overturning a Supreme Court ruling.
The Safety of Rwanda bill passed its first hurdle in the House of Lords but is expected to face more opposition as peers attempt to amend it next month.

What is the point of Lebedev peerage, asks ex-Lords speaker

Baroness D'Souza criticizes Lord Lebedev's appointment to the House of Lords and questions his role and attendance
The House of Lords has been frequently criticized for its size and appointments

OpenAI Pleads That It Can't Make Money Without Using Copyrighted Materials for Free

OpenAI is requesting permission to use copyrighted works in order to train its AI models and continue growing its business.
OpenAI argues that using only public domain content would not be sufficient for training their large language models.
#michelle-mone

Tell us if Michelle Mone should be expelled from Lords following PPE scandal

A Tory minister has called for Michelle Mone to be barred from the House of Lords after she admitted benefiting from a PPE contract worth 60 million pounds.
Baroness Mone has been on a leave of absence from the Lords for more than a year as she seeks to clear her name over the scandal.

Michelle Mone should not return to House of Lords, says Tory minister

Conservative minister Lord Callanan hopes Michelle Mone does not return to the House of Lords after she admitted lying about her involvement with a company that had UK government PPE deals during the pandemic.
Mone had repeatedly denied any connection to PPE Medpro, which made millions of pounds in profits during the pandemic but later admitted to lying to protect her family from media attention.

Michelle Mone should not return to the Lords after PPE scandal, minister says

Tory minister calls for Michelle Mone to not return to House of Lords following PPE contract scandal
Pressure mounts on government as Labour calls for Michael Gove to answer questions

Michelle Mone squares up to Sunak after PM's intervention over PPE scandal live

Michelle Mone defends herself against calls to be barred from the House of Lords over her involvement in PPE contracts
Mone claims that she was honest with the government and NHS about her involvement

Tell us if Michelle Mone should be expelled from Lords following PPE scandal

A Tory minister has called for Michelle Mone to be barred from the House of Lords after she admitted benefiting from a PPE contract worth 60 million pounds.
Baroness Mone has been on a leave of absence from the Lords for more than a year as she seeks to clear her name over the scandal.

Michelle Mone should not return to House of Lords, says Tory minister

Conservative minister Lord Callanan hopes Michelle Mone does not return to the House of Lords after she admitted lying about her involvement with a company that had UK government PPE deals during the pandemic.
Mone had repeatedly denied any connection to PPE Medpro, which made millions of pounds in profits during the pandemic but later admitted to lying to protect her family from media attention.

Michelle Mone should not return to the Lords after PPE scandal, minister says

Tory minister calls for Michelle Mone to not return to House of Lords following PPE contract scandal
Pressure mounts on government as Labour calls for Michael Gove to answer questions

Michelle Mone squares up to Sunak after PM's intervention over PPE scandal live

Michelle Mone defends herself against calls to be barred from the House of Lords over her involvement in PPE contracts
Mone claims that she was honest with the government and NHS about her involvement
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Ex-Prime Minister David Cameron Makes Shock Return To U.K. Government

Former British Prime Minister David Cameron has returned to high office as the foreign secretary in a major government reshuffle.
Cameron's appointment as foreign secretary was unexpected, as it is rare for a non-lawmaker to hold such a position.
Cameron's return to government comes after he resigned following the 2016 EU membership referendum.

Who is Black Rod and what is their job at the State Opening of Parliament?

The State Opening of Parliament involves the King's Speech, led by Black Rod, symbolizing the monarch's presence in Parliament

A Guide to the King's Speech: Crown Jewels, Black Rod and a Mace

Britain's Parliament reopens with ancient traditions under new Labour government.
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