Law making- Lords

• What is the first stage & what happens in the house of Lords?

  First reading - They Vote if it should progress
• What is the second stage & what happens in the house of Lords?



  Lords voice their opinions and vote again
• What is the third stage & what happens in the house of Lords?



  Committee Stage - There is no formal committee, Lords suggest amendments, there's no timetable and it can last up to 8 days , the government also can't restrict subjects under discussion
• What is the fourth stage & what happens in the house of Lords?



  Report stage - Reprinted with amendments, undergoes further scrutiny and another vote
• What is the final stage & what happens in the house of Lords?


  Third Reading - Clarification of the bill and a final vote
• What can Lords do if they aren't happy with the bill?

  Send it back to the Commons until both houses agree - Ping pong
• What is Royal Assent?

  When a bill gets a final approval from king under the Royal Ascent Act 1967