House of Lords: Bishops

(asked on 3rd April 2025) - View Source

Question to the Cabinet Office:

To ask His Majesty's Government when they will review the right of Church of England bishops to sit in the House of Lords.


Answered by
Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent Portrait
Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent
Baroness in Waiting (HM Household) (Whip)
This question was answered on 16th April 2025

The Government is supportive of the inclusion of individuals from all backgrounds in the House of Lords and believes the second chamber is enriched by members who bring diverse experience. This includes the Lords Spiritual.

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