House of Lords Podcast: Lord Speaker's Corner

It's LGBT+ History Month in February and we are joined by actor, campaigner and politician Lord Cashman on the podcast. He talks about his life and journey to the Lords, fighting for equality and founding Stonewall with colleagues including Sir Ian McKellen, and how he works to make a difference as a member of the House of Lords. We also hear his thoughts on the new Channel 4 drama It's a Sin, written by Russell T Davies.We are also joined in this episode by Lord Patel, Chair of the Lords Science and Technology Committee. He talks to us about why the UK is missing its targets for health ageing and what more needs to be done to ensure we all live longer, healthier lives.Plus Amy and Matt explore what has been happening in the House of Lords since we last met, including the recall of both Houses on 30 December to pass a new law in a single day.Find out more about Lord Cashman and follow him on TwitterFind out more about Lord PatelRead more from the Lords Science and Technology Committee and follow the committee on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to our December episode.In part 2, we hear from Lord Teverson, chair of the EU Environment Sub-Committee, about what brought him to the Lords, his committee's work, plus why fisheries and chlorinated chicken have been big subjects in Brexit negotiations.We also continue our interviews for Disability History Month with Baroness Campbell of Surbiton. Jane Campbell is a lifelong disability rights campaigner and we hear about her journey from protesting on Westminster Bridge to the House of Lords, and what more can be done for disability rights today.Want to find out more about topics in this episode? - Read more about the EU Environment Sub-Committee - Read more from members of the House of Lords about Disability History Month Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have so much to share with you this month that we are releasing this episode in two parts.In this episode, hear from Olivia about how the Lords Legislation Office works and what it feels like to take on a role that dates back hundreds of years. We also speak to Tanni Grey-Thompson, Baroness Grey-Thompson, about her career, her role in the Lords, campaigning for disability rights and getting people in the UK active. In part 2, coming next week, we’ll continue our Disability History Month theme with Baroness Campbell of Surbiton and also speak to Lord Teverson about the EU, the environment and fisheries.Want to find out more about topics in this episode? - Read about the process of changing the Agriculture Bill in the Lords - Read more from members about Disability History Month Read a transcript for this episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Like everyone, the House of Lords has needed to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. This has included doing things differently but also scrutinising the UK response to coronavirus and the lessons we need to learn.In this episode, Amy and Matt speak to the Lord Speaker, Lord Fowler about his role and the House of Lords. They also speak to Deputy Speaker Baroness McIntosh of Hudnall and Government Whip Baroness Penn about how work in the chamber of the Lords has changed, and to Baroness Armstrong of Hill Top about what work the committee she chairs, the Public Services Committee, is doing to investigate lessons learned from the pandemic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever wondered what the House of Lords does, how it works and who makes up its membership?In our new podcast, you will hear from members and staff of the House of Lords as we explore what is happening and what it is like to be a part of the UK Parliament.Our first episode is coming very soon. Subscribe now to be the first to hear it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.