Former UK Prime Minister Theresa May, now Baroness May of Maidenhead, has officially been introduced to the House of Lords today. This marks her transition into the upper chamber of Parliament following her distinguished political career as the country’s second female prime minister.
Baroness May, who served as prime minister from 2016 to 2019, joins other life peers who contribute to legislative debates, committees, and reviews. Members of the House of Lords are entitled to claim a daily attendance allowance of £350, in addition to expenses, sparking ongoing debates about the cost of maintaining the upper chamber.
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