| The British constitution is in a constant state of change. This is because of its unique quality of not being written in one document, but in hundreds of decisions, statutes, and resolutions. However, the essential structure of the constitution remains the same. The changes involve the relationship between the pillars of the constitution, namely the monarch, the House of Lords, and the House of Commons.;Throughout the eighteenth century the House of Lords played a crucial role in establishing a constitutional balance after the Glorious Revolution. By examining three cases of constitutional significance spanning the century, we can see that the Lords was passionately concerned with issues like the rights of electors and property rights, and that it was influential in determining how these issues would be decided in the future. (Abstract shortened by UMI.). |
