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

Mental Health Bill reforms welcome but should go further – JCHR finds

In a report published today following legislative scrutiny, the Joint Committee on Human Rights proposed amendments to the Mental Health Bill.

19 May 2025

What's on in the Lords 19-22 May

Discover what's on in the House of Lords from 19-22 May

16 May 2025

Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill set for Lords committee stage

Line by line scrutiny commences. Find out more

16 May 2025

Lords debates new nuclear energy proposals

Members consider draft National Policy Statement for Nuclear Energy Generation. Find out more

16 May 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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