Pretty sad. There is a massive cry for reform and yet we have no one willing to take the bull by the horns.

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    9 months ago

    Why target the Lords when the commons cause all the problems?

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      9 months ago

      When the lord’s is working they do a pretty good job of holding the government In check, but that shouldn’t mean that heavy reform isn’t needed.

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        9 months ago

        I think reform is better than abolishment. Honestly, I think life peerages are a good idea because then you can stick to stuff without worrying about your career. I think they should be more appointed though based on merit and background, eg, former university and school principals, people in various other key private industries, nhs staff, policing, etc

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      9 months ago

      The Lords are a problem in itself. There are close links between Tory Chairmen, £3m and places in the Lords.