House of Lords Told to Use Inclusive Language and Avoid Offense Terms Such as ‘Manpower’

Queen Elizabeth II delivers a speech in the House of Lords in the Palace of Westminster during the opening of Parliament in London on May 27, 2015. Alastair Grant/WPA Pool/Getty Images

The House of Lords, a major tenant of British democracy as the second chamber of the UK Parliament, has sent out an “Inclusive Language Guide” to its members on what words they can use and ones they should avoid.

The House plays a crucial role, in questioning government action and investigating public policy with the power to delay or amend bills.