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Written question asked by Lord Hoyle (Labour) on Tuesday, 27 February 2018, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 13 March 2018. It was answered by Lord McFall of Alcluith (Non-affiliated) on Tuesday, 6 March 2018 on behalf of the Senior Deputy Speaker (HL).


Peers' Interests

Question

To ask the Senior Deputy Speaker whether he intends to review whether Peers should declare their membership of the Freemasons and other similar organisations with secret ceremonies.

Answer

While the House of Lords Code of Conduct does not require members to register membership of the Freemasons or similar societies, it may in some circumstances be necessary for them to declare it in the course of proceedings. This is the same position as in the House of Commons. There are currently no plans to review the matter.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL5909
Session
2017-19
Related items
Peers' Interests
Monday, 23 July 2018
Written questions
House of Lords
Subjects
Disclosure of information Freemasonry Peers' interests
Link
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