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Lords block government's controversial Bill of Rights

The government's plan to replace the Human Rights Act with a new Bill of Rights has been halted after the House of Lords refused to back it. Peers have sent the legislation back to the Commons, demanding significant changes.

Mirren & McKellen Demand Assisted Dying Law Reform

Dame Helen Mirren and Sir Ian McKellen join forces in a powerful plea to the House of Lords, urging Parliament to back Baroness Meacher's Assisted Dying Bill and end the 'immense suffering' of terminally ill Britons.

Government grants itself power to fell Lords trees

A controversial government bill has granted itself powers to cut down trees in the House of Lords courtyard, bypassing local planning laws and igniting a fierce backlash from peers and environmentalists.

MPs Slam Unelected House of Lords in Fiery Reform Debate

A dramatic parliamentary debate has erupted over the future of the House of Lords, with MPs condemning the unelected chamber as 'indefensible' and demanding urgent democratic reform for the UK's political system.

Persimmon and Balfour Beatty face lobbying scrutiny

Major UK housebuilders Persimmon and Balfour Beatty are under fire for allegedly securing government contracts through questionable lobbying practices, raising concerns over transparency and fairness.

Lord Meghnad Desai: Economist and Peer Dies at 83

Renowned economist and Labour peer Lord Meghnad Desai has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of groundbreaking work in economics and politics. Discover his remarkable journey from India to the House of Lords.

Starmer faces backlash over Hamas comments

Labour leader Keir Starmer sparks controversy after refusing to label Hamas as 'terrorists' during a heated House of Lords discussion on Israel-Palestine tensions.

Lords accused of blocking workers' rights reforms

UK peers face backlash as they allegedly attempt to water down proposed legislation aimed at strengthening workers' rights, particularly targeting exploitative zero-hours contracts.

Telegraph sale approved after Lords vote

The controversial sale of The Telegraph to a foreign-backed consortium is set to proceed after the House of Lords voted in favour of the deal, marking a pivotal moment for UK media ownership.

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