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Written Question
House of Lords: Times of Sittings
Tuesday 30th September 2025

Asked by: Lord Storey (Liberal Democrat - Life peer)

Question

To ask the Senior Deputy Speaker what arrangements are in place to ensure that members and staff get home safely when the House of Lords sits beyond midnight.

Answered by Lord Gardiner of Kimble

For staff of the House of Lords Administration, a taxi policy is in place and can be used by those who are required to be on duty as part of their role if the House is expected to rise after 10:40pm. In exceptional circumstances overnight accommodation can be arranged.

For Members, arrangements to support travel are covered by the Members’ Finance Scheme.

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