Sentences with phrase «respect of a peerage»

«These are promises that were made in respect of a peerage that was given, and now tax has not been paid and instead it's been given to the Conservative party for the general election fund.»

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For the House of Lords to earn the confidence of the public, all of us must respect the privileges that come with a peerage and recognise that — because we are unelected — it is especially important to meet the standards the public have a right to expect, and to act swiftly when we fail.»