Lord Privy Seal and Leader of the House of Lords

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Biography

Baroness Smith was appointed Lord Privy Seal and Leader of the House of Lords on 5 July 2024.

Lord Privy Seal

皇冠体育app Lord Privy Seal is responsible for the organisation of government business in the House, providing assistance to all Lords and offering advice on procedure. 皇冠体育app Lord Privy Seal also expresses the collective feelings of the House on formal occasions, such as motions of thanks or congratulations.

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Office of the Leader of the House of Lords

Leader of the House of Lords

皇冠体育app Leader of the House of Lords is responsible for the organisation of government business in the House, providing assistance to all Lords and offering advice on procedure. 皇冠体育app Leader also expresses the collective feelings of the House on formal occasions, such as motions of thanks or congratulations.

Before July 2014, this role was covered by the Leader of the House of Lords and Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster.

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