Commons Sense

House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

House of Lords Appointments

19 June 2025 · Prime Minister

Proposed by Keir Starmer Lab Holborn and St Pancras

Parliamentary Procedure

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At a glance

Key points

  • Ministerial responsibilities and the House of Lords Appointments Commission guidelines are outlined for making nominations.
  • Party leaders must provide references for nominees and ensure diversity and suitability.
  • The Prime Minister will recommend Crossbench peers based on public service records.

Issue summary

The minister outlines the responsibilities of political parties and the House of Lords Appointments Commission (HOLAC) in making nominations to the House of Lords.

Action requested

Party leaders are expected to provide citations for nominees, consider diversity, and ensure suitability. The Prime Minister will continue to recommend Crossbench peers based on public service records and will adhere to HOLAC's propriety advice.

Key facts

  • Political parties must provide clear citations for nominations.
  • Party leaders should consider diversity in nominations.
  • HOLAC vettes all nominees for propriety.
  • The Prime Minister may appoint a limited number of Crossbench peers directly.
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