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This Note sets out how the House of Lords is structured, governed and managed, including joint working with the House of Commons. It also provides a brief history of past changes to the governance and administration of the House of Lords. The Note has been produced by the Secretary to the Management Board, and is published by the Library on behalf of the Administration.

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