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What is one of the goals of having 20% elected members in the House of Lords (HOL)?
What is one of the goals of having 20% elected members in the House of Lords (HOL)?
What is the primary purpose of the Assembly of Citizens model in the House of Lords?
What is the primary purpose of the Assembly of Citizens model in the House of Lords?
Which approach focuses on appointing experts to the House of Lords based on their merits?
Which approach focuses on appointing experts to the House of Lords based on their merits?
How does the Devolved Region Chamber propose to address regional disparities?
How does the Devolved Region Chamber propose to address regional disparities?
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What is a key benefit of promoting evidence-based decisions in the House of Lords?
What is a key benefit of promoting evidence-based decisions in the House of Lords?
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What is one of the roles of the House of Lords in the legislative process?
What is one of the roles of the House of Lords in the legislative process?
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Who makes up the composition of the House of Lords?
Who makes up the composition of the House of Lords?
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Which function involves the House of Lords questioning and scrutinizing government actions?
Which function involves the House of Lords questioning and scrutinizing government actions?
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What type of questions can members of the House of Lords ask during oral questioning sessions?
What type of questions can members of the House of Lords ask during oral questioning sessions?
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How does the House of Lords influence the passage of the Illegal Migration Bill?
How does the House of Lords influence the passage of the Illegal Migration Bill?
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What type of committees does the House of Lords utilize for investigating public policies?
What type of committees does the House of Lords utilize for investigating public policies?
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What is a common outcome of the committee work conducted by the House of Lords?
What is a common outcome of the committee work conducted by the House of Lords?
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What does the House of Lords do in regards to legislative processes?
What does the House of Lords do in regards to legislative processes?
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What is the primary role of the House of Lords in relation to the House of Commons?
What is the primary role of the House of Lords in relation to the House of Commons?
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Which aspect allows the House of Lords to introduce controversial legislation?
Which aspect allows the House of Lords to introduce controversial legislation?
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What is one benefit of having a diversified panel of experts in the House of Lords?
What is one benefit of having a diversified panel of experts in the House of Lords?
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What technique does the House of Lords use to facilitate direct and straightforward proceedings?
What technique does the House of Lords use to facilitate direct and straightforward proceedings?
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What is the composition of the House of Lords?
What is the composition of the House of Lords?
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How does the proposed reform for the House of Lords aim to reduce political influence?
How does the proposed reform for the House of Lords aim to reduce political influence?
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What are the two primary functions of the House of Lords as stated in the content?
What are the two primary functions of the House of Lords as stated in the content?
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Which of the following best describes the legislative approach of the House of Lords?
Which of the following best describes the legislative approach of the House of Lords?
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Study Notes
House of Lords (HOL)
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Composition includes hereditary peers, life peers, and lords spiritual
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Two main functions: legislative function (making laws) and executive scrutiny
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Legislative processes similar to House of Commons (HOC), but with scrutiny, amendment, and closing of loopholes in the third reading
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HOC may consider or veto bills (e.g., tax credit controversy)
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Examples of Bills where Lords' amendments were accepted include:
- Online Safety Bill (validating children's age)
- Illegal Migration Bill (time limits for pregnant women and children detainment)
- Child Support Bill (ensuring fathers' support when unknown)
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Lords table amendments and propose bills
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Lords select committees investigate government policies, laws, and activities, producing reports
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Committees recommend changes to government and respond to committee reports
Executive Scrutiny
- HOL acts as a watchdog, scrutinizing government actions and decisions
- Methods include:
- Oral and written questions to ministers
- Private notice questions for topical issues
- Debates, including general and short debates
Need for HOL
- HOL is a complementary legislative body to HOC
- Helps revise and amend legislation
- Supervise HOC operations and support legislative processes
- Aims for neutrality and objectivity, unaffected by party politics
- Provides access to expertise (scientists, businesses, technical experts) and leads to more straightforward proceedings
Reforms of HOL
- Combination of nominated and elected members (80% nominated, 20% elected)
- Aims to bring specialized expertise in various fields to the House
- Elected members are accountable to voters and support UK regional representation
- Assembly of citizens model introduces citizens to the legislative process and promotes democratic participation
- Develops a skilled and knowledgeable chamber with experts
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Explore the composition and functions of the House of Lords, including its role in legislation and executive scrutiny. This quiz covers key examples of bills and amendments passed by the Lords and highlights their responsibilities in investigating government policy. Test your understanding of the House of Lords' role in the UK Parliament.
