The Conservative Party activist in London writes: "After two days of debate and 91 Tory MPs revolting against the government, one thing is very clear; the House of Lords Reform Bill is dead in the water. There is clearly no appetite for it now, not in its current state and for it to be considered seriously, it needs to become a different bill altogether. Yes the current Bill was passed by a handsome majority of 338 MPs – 462 votes to 124 MPs but there is a strong feeling that such a huge constitutional change cannot be rushed through to appease or even honour an agreement."
She argues that Parliament should be focused on fixing the British economy, not constitutional reforms against structures that have been in place for centuries: "Never thought I will side with Labour but on this occasion, I too believe such a significant change to the foundation of our democracy should not be decided in committee rooms or late night sitting alone. It should be decided by the public. The people whom its outcome it will directly affect and the voters who will decide who should represent them."
Walaa Idris: "Abolishing The House Of Lords Ought To Be Up To British Voters, Via Referendum"
