Lords Spiritual (Women) Act 2015 (Extension) Bill [Lords] Debate
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Sarah Olney
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Lords Spiritual (Women) Act 2015 (Extension) Bill [Lords]
Sarah Olney ExcerptsWednesday 18th December 2024
(1 year, 8 months ago)
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Sarah Olney (Richmond Park) (LD)
I and my Liberal Democrat colleagues are supportive of the extension of this legislation and its ambition to make our second Chamber a more equal and representative place. I am glad to see the legislation move so swiftly through Parliament and I plan to play my part in that.
We are glad of the intention of the Bill to address the stark gender imbalance that exists among our Lords Spiritual. We are supportive of that aim and welcome steps to ensure that Parliament better reflects the country it serves.
Question put and agreed to.
Bill accordingly read the Third time and passed, without amendment.