Lords Spiritual

Lords Spiritual are 26 bishops of the Church of England who sit in the House of Lords, the UK Parliament's upper chamber. Their role is to provide spiritual insight, moral perspective, and expertise on ethical issues, contributing to debates on legislation affecting society. They are seated alongside life peers and hereditary peers but are distinguished by their religious office. Their presence reflects the historic link between church and state, offering a religious dimension to parliamentary discussions, especially on moral, social, and ethical matters.