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Pete Wishart: “The SNP’s position is clear: the House of Lords should be abolished. If there is to be a second chamber in the future…”

On the recordJuly 26, 2026
The SNP’s position is clear: the House of Lords should be abolished. If there is to be a second chamber in the future, it must have democratic legitimacy and be accountable to the people.
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Pete Wishart
Scottish National Party

Editor's note · Context

Stating the SNP's stance on the House of Lords.

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