House of Lords (Hereditary Peers) (Abolition of By-Elections) (No. 2) Bill

Key Points

• Abolishes the by-election system for filling vacancies among hereditary peers in the Lords.
• Vacancies would not be filled, so the number of hereditary peers in the Lords would shrink over time.
• Does not alter the status or role of life peers or bishops in the Lords.
• Current stage is the second reading in the House of Commons; originating in the Commons.
• Part of a No. 2 Bill aimed at reforming hereditary peer representation in the Lords.

Progress

The bill is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it would move to the committee stage, then further readings, before potential passage to the Lords.