Written question asked by Neil Duncan-Jordan (Labour) on Wednesday, 28 January 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 2 February 2026. It was answered by Nick Thomas-Symonds (Labour) on Monday, 9 February 2026 on behalf of the Cabinet Office.
House of Lords: Bishops
- Question
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To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, whether he plans to review the (a) role and (b) voting rights of bishops in the House of Lords.
- Answer
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There are no plans to review the role and voting rights of the Lords Spiritual in the House of Lords.
The Government has set out an ambitious programme of House of Lords reform in its manifesto, including a commitment to replace the House of Lords with an alternative second chamber that is more representative of the regions and nations. The Government will consult on proposals for an alternative second chamber, seeking the input of the British public on how politics can best serve them.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 109480
- Session
- 2024-26
- Subjects
- Bishops House of Lords Voting rights
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- 2026-02-09 15:54:01 +0000
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