Rejected petition referendum to dissolve the House of Lords

As an unelected law making institution, operating in a democratic environment, there is no recourse to anyone, particularly the citizens of the UK, regarding their decisions.
And the cost to the taxpayer, is unacceptable.

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Ask the electorate if they want a 2nd "scrutiny" tier, then should it be elected by a national elective system by the UK citizens, rather than an honorary one?

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https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/209433

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Date submitted 9 May 2018
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