Lawmakers Fight Blair’s House of Lords Reforms
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From Times Wire Reports
British Prime Minister Tony Blair faced a rebellion by lawmakers opposed to his plan to overhaul the House of Lords so that most members would be chosen by politicians. A broad majority of legislators wants an upper chamber elected by the people.
The House of Lords is currently made up of appointed members, or life peers; 92 hereditary peers; judges known as Law Lords; and 26 Church of England bishops.
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