Finance Rules, Law Guides

The House of Commons claims primacy over financial control, which has historically led to conflict with the House of Lords, particularly evident in 1669 when no parliamentary acts were passed due to their battles over privilege. This struggle culminated in a historical settlement where the Commons secured its dominance in financial matters, while the Lords retained their status as the supreme court for legal issues. This balance persisted until recent reforms led by Tony Blair, which abolished the Lords' legal role, altering the advisory influence of the House of Lords but not changing the Commons' financial authority.