The House of Lords needs reform

So a debate on the Lords rages because of the allegations. Shall we get rid of the Lords? Shall we increase sanctions? That the integrity and probity of Liberal Democrat and Conservative peers was tested and not found wanting is reassuring. That many peers say they have sent lobby rogues packing in the past is cheering. We must not lose sight of the fact that only part of the system is broken.

It goes without saying that lobbying should be scrutinised. It is obvious that no member of either House should hold another job while being a legislator.

But in the kerfuffle it must not be forgotten that sound amendments have been made in the Lords. It is must not be forgotten that hasty dangerous legislation has died there – detention for 42 days, and clauses in the Police and Criminal Bill last year.
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Second carnival on Modern Liberty

The second Carnival (aka blog round-up) on Modern Liberty is being hosted on OurKingdom, by Tom Griffin, highlighting some excellent blog posts. Next week it will be Alix Mortimer’s turn, and you can make submissions from here.