Lord Shipley will talk about the history of attempts to reform the House of Lords and current proposals. There will be an opportunity for discussion of options for reform and, with a fair wind, an agreed conclusion.

There are many places in the world named Newcastle. At one time they may have had castles. Some still do. Not all of them are English-speaking. Not all are cities, some are towns or villages. One is a star. All shine brightly in their own way.