House of Lords

The House of Lords is the second chamber of UK Parliament. It plays a crucial role in examining bills, questioning government action and investigating public policy.

Latest news from the Lords

What's on in the Lords 14-18 July

Discover what's on in the House of Lords from 14-18 July

15 July 2025

Child sexual abuse mandatory reporting duty lacks teeth – JCHR report warns

Without stronger penalties for failing to act, a new duty to report child sexual abuse may fail to have an impact, the Joint Committee on Human Rights has warned. Following legislative scrutiny of the Crime and Policing Bill, the Committee has proposed a number of amendments to the bill to ensure it better aligns with the UK’s human rights obligations.

13 July 2025

Football Governance Bill returns to the Lords

Members discuss MPs amendments to draft football regulator legislation in 'ping pong'.

11 July 2025

Lords begins further scrutiny of Employment Rights Bill

Members discuss changes on agency workers, guaranteed hours and short-notice cancellation in report stage. Find out more

11 July 2025

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Work of the House of Lords

Recent highlights and how the Lords shares the task of making laws and questioning the government.

The Lord Speaker

The Lord Speaker chairs daily business in the House of Lords chamber and is an ambassador for the work of the House.

Who's in the House of Lords

More information about the role of members of the House of Lords.

Get involved with the Lords

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Find out how you can understand and feel engaged with the work of the House.

House of Lords history

Parliament's second chamber's eventful history which has shaped today’s House.

How the Lords is run

Behind the scenes a busy administration supports the House in its day to day duties.

Press Office

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The House of Lords press office deals with enquiries from the press and media.

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Watch the House of Lords at work

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Live and archived coverage of questions, debates and committee meetings.

House of Lords Engagement Programme

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The House of Lords engagement programme connects members of the Lords with new audiences, particularly young people, and opens up new ways of explaining the work of Parliament's second chamber.

Lords Enquiry Service and FAQs

House of Lords FAQs

The Lords Enquiry Service provides information on the role, work and membership of the House of Lords.

Telephone: 0800 223 0855 (Freephone) or 020 7219 3107
Email: hlinfo@parliament.uk
Text Relay: 18001 7219 3107

The telephone enquiry service is open from 10am - 5pm Monday to Thursday, and 10am - 4pm on Fridays. During recess, the hours are 10am - 1pm and 2pm - 4pm Monday to Friday.

Please note that the Enquiry Service is unable to forward emails to members of the Lords on your behalf. You can find a member's contact details on their webpage, or use contactholmember@parliament.uk.

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