House of Lords Reform: A History

Volume 3. 1960-1969: Reforms Attempted

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• Peter Raina

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956pagine

Tempo di lettura

34ore

• Mappe e viaggi
• Scienze politiche & Politica
• Scienze sociali
• Storia
• Storia del mondo

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The 1960s are explored in this volume, highlighting reform efforts for the House of Lords during the Macmillan-Wilson era, supported by newly released documents. It details the challenges faced, including a civil servant's view of reform as a 'mission impossible.' A pivotal moment occurs when Tony Benn disclaims his inherited peerage, sparking a renewed commitment to address longstanding issues. The Peerages Act of 1963 emerges as a significant development, granting peers the option to disclaim and ensuring equal rights for Scottish and female inheritors in the Upper House.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2014

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