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The Role of the Bishop's Office & The Bishop

This document gives you an idea of what our bishops do (and don’t do).

Bishop Michael took his seat in the House of Lords on 27 October 2026. Bishop Peter Price was the last Bishop of Bath and Wells to have a seat in the House of Lords. This link to the diocesan website gives more information about the appointment and Bishop Michael's thoughts on this new responsibility https://bathandwells.org.uk/bishop-michael-called-to-serve-in-the-house-of-lords/

Bishops have long played a role in the govening body of the kingdom. This document provides some brief historical facts about the history of the House of Lords and bishops place in the House.