What happened: Legislation passed last month has abolished the right of hereditary peers to sit in the House of Lords, ending a system that has lasted for around 700 years.
Why it matters:
- This marks a significant constitutional change in the UK’s upper parliamentary chamber.
- It affects hereditary peers who previously had automatic seats in the House of Lords.
MNN Take: The removal of hereditary peers reflects ongoing reforms aimed at modernising the UK Parliament and making it more representative.
Sources: BBC Politics