Time for root and branch House of Lords reform
This week’s vote on the Bill to remove the remaining 92 hereditary peers from the House of Lords is a step in the right direction. But we need to go further.
Cllr Andy Swain
Ward: Teign Valley
Parishes: Ashton ; Bridford ; Christow ; Doddiscombsleigh ; Dunsford ; Hennock ; Tedburn St Mary ; Trusham
Mobile: 07756 253908
Email: andrew.swain@teignbridge.gov.uk
This week’s vote on the Bill to remove the remaining 92 hereditary peers from the House of Lords is a step in the right direction. But we need to go further.
Richard Foord is calling for an urgent plan to boost the numbers of NHS dentists across the region, at a debate held in Parliament on 12th November.
Richard Foord is calling for an urgent plan to boost the numbers of NHS dentists across the region, at a debate held in Parliament on 12th November.
Tom Gordon has met with residents affected by the severe flash floods that hit Knaresborough in May 2024
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