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What is the House of Lords and how has it evolved over time to be this way?
This animation is an ideal starting point to help you answer those questions with your students. You can also download the supporting teachers' pack.
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Further information, particularly useful for older age groups, is available on Parliament’s website:
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Watch clips from our award-winning animated film series 'You've Got the Power' with author Danny Wallace.
MPs talk politics and Parliament offering their views on how Parliament works and life in the House of Commons.
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