Should the House of Lords be abolished?

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Selected thesis

The House of Lords should be abolished.

Pros

Cons

  • Pro claim 1

    The House of Lords is a drain on taxpayer funds.

  • Pro claim 2

    The House of Lord is undemocratic.

  • Con claim 1

    Abolishing the House of Lords could destabilize the UK’s political system.

  • Con claim 2

    Many members of the House of Lords have valuable expertise and experience.