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Matthew Purvis31 October 2013

Engaging with legislation in the House of Lords

Why engage with legislation in the House of Lords?

• Procedure

• Expertise

• Party balance

• Delay power

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Impact of the House of Lords on legislation• 3503 amendments tabled to Government Bills in

2012-13 session, 1112 amendments made

• Dr Meg Russell (2013) notes the Lords effects legislation:

1. “most visibly” through Government defeats2. By negotiated changes on points raised by

peers or committees3. Influence – where the Government try to

anticipate in their planning the House of Lords’ reaction to its legislation

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How to access information about legislation in the House of Lords?

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Who to contact about a particular Bill?

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How to engage with Members of the House of Lords about legislation?

• Parliament website for contact details

• Also many use social media

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• Electronic correspondence to Peers increasing

• Clear and not too long

• Offer solutions and not just identifying problems

• If writing in a personal capacity, keep it short and personal.

• Glossy materials will have little effect if lacking substance

• Circular or printed material that is sent to everyone may not be read as closely

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