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House of Lords Act 1999 (1999 c 34)

The Act significantly reformed the composition of the House of Lords by reducing the number of hereditary peers. It aimed to modernise the UK Parliament's upper chamber, ensuring it reflected a more meritocratic and representative body. The Act allowed 92 hereditary peers to remain, chosen either by election amongst their peers or by virtue of holding certain offices. This reform intended to increase the legitimacy and functionality of the House of Lords, aligning it more closely with contemporary democratic principles.

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House of Lords Act 1999 (1999 c 34)

The Act significantly reformed the composition of the House of Lords by reducing the number of hereditary peers. It aimed to modernise the UK Parliament's upper chamber, ensuring it reflected a more meritocratic and representative body. The Act allowed 92 hereditary peers to remain, chosen either by election amongst their peers or by virtue of holding certain offices. This reform intended to increase the legitimacy and functionality of the House of Lords, aligning it more closely with contemporary democratic principles.

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House of Lords Act 1999 (1999 c 34)

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