The Constitution Unit at University College London has today published a report arguing that there should be a moratorium on the creation of peerages. It contends: ‘The House of Lords’ effective functioning has already been compromised by the recent rapid rise in membership, in ways which are damaging its effectiveness. Any further increase in size…
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Experience and expertise
by Lord Norton • • 6 Comments
Lord Tyler makes some interesting points but none that undermines the points advanced against electing the second chamber – though he does at least avoid some of the cliches advanced by proponents of election. There are two particular points I would make. First, the House is variously characterised as a House of experience and expertise. …
