Wednesday, 13 May 2026
The King, seated on the Throne and attended by His Officers of State, commanded that the Gentleman Usher of the Black Rod should let the Commons know that it was His Majesty’s pleasure that...
The Bill was read a first time pro forma.
My Lords, I have to acquaint the House that His Majesty was pleased this morning to make a most gracious Speech from the Throne to both Houses of Parliament assembled in the House of Lords....
Baroness Crawley: Moved by Baroness Crawley That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty as follows: “Most Gracious Sovereign—We, Your Majesty’s most dutiful and loyal...
Lord True: Moved by Lord True That this debate be adjourned until tomorrow.
Baroness Smith of Basildon: Moved by Baroness Smith of Basildon That Lord Ponsonby of Shulbrede be appointed as Senior Deputy Speaker (Chairman of Committees) for this Session.
House adjourned at 5.04 pm.
Debates in the House of Lords are an opportunity for Peers from all parties (and crossbench peers, and Bishops) to scrutinise government legislation and raise important local, national or topical issues.
And sometimes to shout at each other.
