MPs who backed assisted dying bill don’t expect it to return via act that bypasses Lords Prominent backers including Louise Haigh say they would not support using Parliament Acts to pass bill The Guardian - UK · Jun 3
Former Labour deputy leader Tom Watson announces cancer has returned The Labour peer was initially diagnosed with non-aggressive prostate cancer in March 2023 The Independent UK · May 29
Tributes pour in for MI6 ‘trailblazer’ Baroness Meta Ramsay Her tenure included participation in the 1985 extraction of KGB double agent Oleg Gordievsky from the Soviet Union The Independent UK · May 29
Thursday briefing: With more revelations about Peter Mandelson, can Keir Starmer continue to brazen this out? In today’s newsletter: Mandelson’s links to more powerful figures have raised profound questions about the government’s vetting process and the release of key documents to parliament The Guardian - UK · May 28
Key questions over Mandelson vetting: did ‘mitigations’ cover links to China and Russia? Why was his case said to be ‘borderline’, and was national security compromised during his time as ambassador? The Guardian - UK · May 27
3 Scottish hereditary peers claimed £192k in expenses since 2024 election THREE Scottish hereditary peers who are heading back to the House of Lords as life members cost the public purse at least £190,000 since the 2024… The National (Scotland) · May 21
Former M&S boss set for House of Lords ban over alleged sexual misconduct An investigation into the behaviour of Lord Stone of Blackheath found his actions constituted harassment and sexual misconduct The Independent UK · May 20
Delusional, desperate and mostly called David, Brexiters gather to lament the Great Betrayal The Freedom Association’s Brexit Unleashed conference in Westminster was largely untroubled by reality The Guardian - UK · May 19
Drug shortages continue to be a problem in the UK – yet strengthening supply chains alone won’t solve this issue The UK continues to experience shortages of many common prescription drugs, despite efforts to strengthen supply chains. The Conversation · May 18
Watch: UK Parliament revives centuries-old ritual before King’s Speech Black Rod was symbolically denied entry to the House of Commons during the ceremonial opening of the UK Parliament ahead of King Charles III’s speech. Euronews · May 13
What is the king’s speech and what is the state opening of parliament? Ceremonial event marks start of new parliamentary year, and outlines government policies and proposed legislation The Guardian - UK · May 13
King’s Speech 2026: Key points from Charles’s address amid Starmer leadership crisis There were a total of 37 bills announced as part of the speech The Independent UK · May 13
King’s Speech: The full text of Charles’ address in the House of Lords Charles has set out the Government’s priorities for the year ahead The Independent UK · May 13
What does the State Opening of Parliament and the King’s Speech involve? Here’s a look at what the ceremonial event involves The Independent UK · May 13
The Independent UK · May 12 Immigration and Send reforms to feature in King’s Speech as Starmer battles on amid calls to resign The speech will be read by the King in the House of Lords before MPs and peers on Wednesday
The Conversation · May 11 Can the assisted dying bill be brought back? It’s possible – but supporters face four challenges Despite MPs backing proposals last year to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales, the plan did not become law. The bill failed to complete its passage through the House of Lords – not because peers voted against it, but because a relatively small number proposed an unprecedentedly large list…
The Guardian - UK · May 7 The British public need to be better prepared for emergencies Letter: Jean Coussins says a cross-party Lords committee has been tasked with coming up with a plan to normalise resilience in our everyday lives
The Independent UK · May 7 What is the King’s Speech and when is it? King Charles will outline the government’s legislative agenda in a speech on Wednesday
The Guardian - UK · Apr 30 Starmer restores powers to ousted hereditary peers in Lords shake-up Dozens handed life peerages in apparent concession, enabling their return to red benches
The Guardian - UK · Apr 30 ‘Do I put Sleeping Beauty on my CV?!’ Ballet dancers on their next steps, from midwifery to the House of Lords Six dancers who made bold career pivots reflect on ballet’s transferable skills, what they miss about the stage – and what they were glad to leave behind
The Independent UK · Apr 30 Centuries-old tradition ends as hereditary peers leave House of Lords The Lords speaker paid tribute to their distinguished service
The Independent UK · Apr 28 Fresh breakthrough in plans to curb social media for under-16s in UK as peers end stand-off with MPs Peers stood down on Tuesday after ministers announced they would impose social media restrictions for young people regardless of the outcome of the current consultation
The Times of India · Apr 28 ‘Would impose some form of restrictions’: UK minister Olivia Bailey on under-16 social media use The UK government has committed to introducing restrictions on social media use for children under 16, even as it stopped short of backing an outright ban proposed by the House of Lords. The move comes after a prolonged tussle between the two Houses over the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 25 Key figure in Mandelson vetting scandal will not give evidence before MPs Chief property and security officer Ian Collard set to submit written answers to foreign affairs committee questions
The Independent UK · Apr 25 Foreign Office official will not answer Mandelson vetting questions in person Ian Collard confirmed he will submit written answers instead.