Lords news

Members discuss foreign affairs and defence on the last of five days of debate on the Queen's Speech. Find out more

Public Services Committee publishes its position paper on 'Levelling-up'

A short guide to questions, debates and legislation this week

Following consultation with Public Health England the House of Lords Commission makes changes to capacity in the chamber. Learn more

The Select Committee on the Constitution is inviting applications for the vacant post of one of its legal advisers.

The Procedure and Privileges Committee has published a revised version of its guidance on proceedings in the hybrid House and hybrid Grand Committee

COVID-19 Committee takes evidence at 9.45am on Tuesday 25 May

Chloe is the first woman to become Clerk Assistant, the second most senior official in the House of Lords. Learn more

Schools from across the UK join a live online event to find out more and participate in the draw. Learn more

Conduct Committee statement on the Senior Deputy Speaker: interests

The Constitution Committee publishes its report COVID-19 and Parliament as part of its inquiry into the Constitutional implications of COVID‑19.

The Queen's Speech on Tuesday 11 May sets out the government’s agenda for the new parliamentary session. Find out more

Read more about the House's work checking and revising legislation, debating key issues, and scrutinising the decisions and actions of the government.

Martha Lane Fox talks about the COVID-19 pandemic and what it means for the future of our on- and offline lives, plus Matt and Amy discuss this year's State Opening of Parliament