UK Government, the Law and Your Role
What is the role of the House of Lords in the legislative process?
ATo elect the Prime Minister directly in a formal vote by all peers
BTo formally represent the interests and concerns of the devolved nations of the UK
CTo make all the final and binding decisions about which new legislation becomes law
DTo examine, amend and sometimes delay but not permanently block Commons bills ✓
Answer & explanation
The correct answer is To examine, amend and sometimes delay but not permanently block Commons bills.
The House of Lords scrutinises and can amend legislation passed by the House of Commons. It can delay bills but cannot permanently block legislation passed by the elected Commons.
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