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Review of Lords confirmed in wake of tax credit defeat

A review into how MPs can be given the "decisive role" over key financial decisions has been set up following the Government's humiliating Lords defeat over plans to cut tax credits.

Chancellor George Osborne has insisted he will press ahead with changes to reduce the welfare bill, despite the double defeat in the House of Lords.

David Cameron ordered a "rapid review" of the relationship between the two Houses of Parliament which will be chaired by former Lords leader Lord Strathclyde.

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Power struggle between House of Commons and Lords

A power struggle between the House of Commons and the House of Lords is underway after a motion to delay £4.4 billion of tax credit cuts while an impact assessment is carried out was voted in on Monday.

Following the vote Downing Street has confirmed a rapid review of the House of Lords will take place and Chancellor George Osborne has insisted he will press ahead with changes to reduce the welfare bill despite opposition.

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