The 1911 Parliament Act

The 1911 Parliament Act limited the power of the House of Lords to block legislation passed by the House of Commons. It removed the Lords' ability to veto financial bills and reduced their power to delay other legislation to a maximum of two years. This act established that the elected House of Commons is the primary legislative body, ensuring that the elected representatives have greater influence over laws, while the House of Lords remains a revising chamber rather than a vetoing one. It was a significant step in reducing aristocratic influence and strengthening parliamentary democracy.