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Peer Review

Peer Review

Written by: Jonathan Marland
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 Jonathan Marland (Lord Marland of Odstock) has been a Conservative Peer for 17 years. During this time he has witnessed first hand the breadth and depth of knowledge and expertise amongst members of the House of Lords. Through these interviews he brings to light this experience and knowledge, demonstrating the invaluable role these individuals play in the legislative process of this country.

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  • S2E9: Lord Kerr of Kinlochard GCMG

    S2E9: Lord Kerr of Kinlochard GCMG
    Jul 2 2024
    During his career as diplomat and civil servant, John Kerr held many influential positions at home and abroad. He was Ambassador to both the EU and then Washington at some of the most fascinating times in recent history, with his last role being Permanent Undersecretary at the Foreign Office & Head of the Diplomatic Service from 1997 to 2002. On leaving Government he became Secretary General of the European Convention becoming a Life Peer in 2004.

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    36 mins
  • S2E8: Rt Hon The Lord Udny-Lister

    S2E8: Rt Hon The Lord Udny-Lister
    Jul 2 2024
    As politician and special adviser, Edward Lister has been involved in British politics for the past 45 years. He was first elected to Wandsworth Council in 1979. He was Boris Johnson’s Chief of Staff to when he was Mayor of London, becoming his Strategic Adviser when he was Prime Minister notably during the Covid Pandemic in 2020. He was made a life peer in 2021.

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    39 mins
  • S2E7: Lord Adebowale of Thornes CBE

    S2E7: Lord Adebowale of Thornes CBE
    Jul 2 2024
    Victor Adebowale is the former Chief Executive of the social care enterprise Turning Point and currently Chairs the NHS Confederation. He was one of the first individuals to become a People’s Peer in 2001 and has dedicated his career to exploring how to address and improve social care, housing, homelessness, addiction and mental health support. He has sat on numerous Government Task Forces to try to bring change to bear.

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    31 mins
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