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Written question asked by Lord Jopling (Conservative) on Tuesday, 7 June 2016, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 21 June 2016. It was answered by Lord Laming (Non-affiliated) on Wednesday, 15 June 2016 on behalf of the Chairman of Committees (HL).


Opening of Parliament

Question

To ask the Chairman of Committees, further to his Written Answer on 6 June (HL91), what, if any, is the specification for ermine robes with regard to the materials used, and whether there would be any impediment to clothiers, such as those in the Far East, providing robes for peers either for purchase or for hire.

Answer

As set out in the Standing Orders of the House of Lords Relating to Public Business: “When Her Majesty comes publicly to the House, the Lords shall be attired in their robes or in such other dress as may be approved by Her Majesty”. A proposal for robes other than those presently used would be considered by the appropriate authority.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL501
Session
2016-17
Related items
Opening of Parliament
Monday, 6 June 2016
Written questions
House of Lords
Subjects
Clothing Procurement Peers Opening of Parliament
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk