The House of Lords is a historically powerful body whose members traditionally consisted of hundreds of hereditary peers, whose titles passed from generation to generation. In 2014 Parliament passed the House of Lords Reform Act which allowed members to resign, be disqualified for non-attendance or be removed for receiving prison sentences of one year or more. Recent proposals to reform the house include making 240 of the 300 members elected by the public.
60% Yes |
34% No |
52% Yes |
20% No |
8% Yes, and with proportional representation |
9% No, but remove hereditary peers and bishops |
5% No, appointed members provide stability and progress instead of political deadlock |
See how support for each position on “House of Lords” has changed over time for 685k UK voters.
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See how importance of “House of Lords” has changed over time for 685k UK voters.
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Unique answers from UK users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
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Separate church and government
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No and return it to a wholly hereditary body.
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No, but include representatives for industries, faiths and workers to make the House of Lords align with corporatist ideas
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No, remove hereditary peers and bishops and make it more difficult to enter, increase qualification criteria
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No. Reinstate hereditary peers into the House of Lords and limit the number of Life Peers that can be appointed.
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Total overhaul create an upper house comprising metro mayors and bishops and hereditary peers. Ensure they have to attend a minimum of 80% of sessions to retain their seat
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