House of Lords Appointments Commission?

Question

Has anyone had a look at who decides on the House of Lords appointments?

http://www.houseoflordsappointmentscommission.gov.uk/register_of_interests/lord_stevenson_of_coddenham_cbe.aspx

The renumerated interests are fascinating....

Answer 1

The pen is mightier than the sword, the cheque book is mightier than the pen. Democracy, it seems, is only available for those who can afford it.