Tom Strathclyde

Tom Strathclyde, a hereditary peer and former Conservative leader in the House of Lords, discusses the intricacies of House of Lords reform. He reflects on his early entry into politics and the evolving composition of the Lords. Key topics include the historical persistence of hereditary peers, the significance of the 1999 reforms, and the controversial by-election system. Strathclyde advocates for a hybrid chamber with expert appointments and regional elections, while weighing concerns about elitism versus essential expertise in governance.