Queen’s Speech: Lords Movers and Seconders, 1979–2022
This House of Lords Library briefing provides a list of the mover and seconder following each Queen’s Speech since 1979, along with each Member’s party affiliation at the time.

This House of Lords Library briefing provides a short introduction to the history of the House of Lords.
History of the House of Lords: A Short Introduction (354 KB , PDF)
In so doing, the briefing charts the principal developments affecting the House over the course of its history and highlights the main changes and legislation passed. Since the 19th century a number of Acts of Parliament have had a noteworthy effect on the role, powers and membership of the House of Lords. These include:
This briefing identifies other proposals made that have sought to reform the House, either in regard to its role, powers and/or membership. Significant reform proposals over the last 100 years, including those sponsored by the Government of the day, have included:
This updated briefing also summarises the proposals for reform debated during the 2015–17 parliament.
History of the House of Lords: A Short Introduction (354 KB , PDF)
This House of Lords Library briefing provides a list of the mover and seconder following each Queen’s Speech since 1979, along with each Member’s party affiliation at the time.
This page provides interactive data on the membership of the House of Lords as at 1 May 2022.
This page provides interactive data on the creation of peerages in the House of Lords.