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The House of Lords makes laws, holds the Government to account, provides a forum of independent expertise and is the highest court in the land.
House of Lords news
Inquiry into workings of the Cabinet Office continues
Lord Turnbull, former Cabinet Secretary, among witnesses before Lords Constitution Committee
British film and TV industries inquiry continues
Aardman Animations and Warner Brothers give evidence to Lords Communications Committee
Coroners and Justice Bill: committee stage
Appeals to the chief coroner and more - Lords continued to examine Government Bill
Consultation on review of financial support for Lords
Senior Salaries Review Body issues public consultation on review of Members' allowancesPublications
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