Sadiq Khan among 26 new peers to enter the Lords
London Mayor Sadiq Khan is among 26 individuals nominated for peerages in the House of Lords by outgoing Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. The list includes a mix of political figures and cross-bench members, though Reform UK was excluded, drawing criticism from Nigel Farage.
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Image source, PA Media By Joshua Nevett Political reporter Published 12 minutes ago London Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan is one of 26 new peers to be given seats in the House of Lords in one of Sir Keir Starmer's last acts as prime minister.
Sir Sadiq has been nominated to become a Labour Lord alongside 15 others, including broadcaster June Sarpong and former union chief Christina McAnea.
The government has also announced five new peers from the Liberal Democrats, three from the Conservatives and two cross-bench members, the former cabinet secretary Sir Chris Wormald and Sir Brian Leveson, a retired senior judge.
Downing Street published a list of the nominations , external and said the King "has been graciously pleased to signify his intention of conferring peerages".
The nominations come as Sir Keir prepares to leave office on Monday, when Andy Burnham is due to become the next prime minister.
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