Overview

This bill amends the Ministerial and Other Salaries Act 1975 to increase the maximum number of Secretaries of State and to mandate that one of these positions be held by the Leader of the House of Lords.

Description

The core changes introduced by this bill are:

• Increased Number of Secretaries of State: The bill increases the maximum number of allowable salaries for Secretaries of State from 21 to 22. This allows for the creation of an additional Secretary of State position.
• Leader of the House of Lords: The bill stipulates that one of the Secretary of State positions must be held by the individual appointed as the Leader of the House of Lords.

The bill applies to England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland and comes into effect immediately upon passage.

Government Spending

The bill will increase government spending on ministerial salaries by the amount of one Secretary of State's salary. The exact cost isn't specified in the bill itself.

Groups Affected

The following groups are primarily affected:

• The UK Government: Increased spending on ministerial salaries.
• The House of Lords: The Leader of the House will now hold a Secretary of State position.
• Secretaries of State: Potential for an additional position and associated responsibilities.

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