The Latest Breaking News from Lords

Workers in devolved areas at 'beck and call of UK Government' after strike bill vote

SCOTTISH workers – including in devolved areas such as transport and health – will be at the “beck and call of the UK Government” ...

The National (Scotland) · May 23, 2023

SNP bill giving parents of sick children more leave from work set to become law

The Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Bill is having its third reading in the House of Lords on Tuesday.

Daily Record · May 23, 2023

Scots Tory MPs vote to include Scotland in 'draconian' UK anti-strike laws

ALL six of Scotland’s Tory MPs voted to ensure that the UK Government’s controversial “anti-strike” bill also impacts on workers north of…

The National (Scotland) · May 23, 2023

Scottish Secretary Alister Jack will not run for re-election as MP

But he has left the door open to accepting a peerage and entering the House of Lords.

The Independent UK · May 17, 2023

Alister Jack accused of 'sleazy backroom deal' after rejecting peerage

ALISTER Jack would have to give up his seat in the Commons before the next General Election if he accepts a peerage nomination, according to advice…

The National (Scotland) · May 17, 2023

Watch: James Cleverly gives evidence on post-Brexit trade rules for Northern Ireland

James Cleverly gave evidence to a House of Lords committee on Tuesday (16 May) on post-Brexit trade rules for Northern Ireland

The Independent UK · May 16, 2023

Lord Brooke of Sutton Mandeville obituary

Conservative Northern Ireland secretary who played a key role in initiating peace talks

The Guardian - UK · May 15, 2023

Lord Frost confirms bid to become a Tory MP

Chief Brexit negotiator had earlier suggested he would drop his peerage if he could secure a safe constituency

The Guardian - UK · May 14, 2023

Former Brexit negotiator Lord Frost in bid to become Tory MP

The former Brexit negotiator has been placed on the party’s candidate list ahead of the next election

The Independent UK · May 14, 2023

Former Brexit minister Lord Frost in bid to become Tory MP

The former Brexit negotiator has been placed on the party’s candidate list ahead of the next election

Evening Standard · May 14, 2023