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House of Lords (Reform)
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House of Lords (Reform) Introduction In most liberal democracies, the legislature consists of two chambers. The UK Parliament is bicameral, it consists of two legislative chambers - The House of Lords and the House of Commons. The House of Lords, also known as the Upper Chamber, consists of the bishops of the Church of England, the hereditary and life peers whom are mostly nominated by the Prime Minister (who by convention, is a member of the House of Commons) and appointed by the Queen. The House of Commons, also known as the Lower Chamber, was established with the rise of democracy. This Lower Chamber is the only elected chamber, and was only until early 20th century has it successfully challenged the Upper Chamber for constitutional supremacy. The powers of the House of Lords in respect of public, private and subordinate legislation were equal to those of the House of Commons, except that...
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