Tory Brexit boost? Nine new Conservative Lords appointed

Nine Conservatives are among 13 new peers appointed to the House of Lords in a move some have described as an attempt to boost the Government's support for Brexit.It comes after 15 recent defeats in the Lords over the Brexit withdrawal bill.Among the life peerages are the former secretary of state for social security and vocal Leave campaigner, Peter Lilley, former communities secretary, Sir Eric Pickles and former chairman of the Treasury Select Committee, Andrew Tyrie.