House of Lords: Relocation

Lord Judge Excerpts

Tuesday 14th July 2020 Lords Chamber

[Lord True]

My Lords, I just said that the relationship between the two Houses and parliamentary procedure will obviously be matters for consideration. Noble Lord will know that the R&R process means that the sponsor body has to consider alternative sites for Parliament. This is a matter on which there will be further announcements in due course.

[Lord Judge (CB) [V]]

My Lords, I understand the argument about the relationship between the Houses and what may happen; this is about the Executive and the relationship with each House. Do not simple courtesy and constitutional propriety oblige the Executive immediately to consult either House about any proposal to relocate that House?

[Lord True]

My Lords, I recommend courtesy by everybody, Executive or otherwise, in dealing with colleagues and with Parliament.