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MPs debate two new bills for the first time this week.

The first aims to improve the security of public events from the threat of terrorism, while the other finishes what Tony Blair started by removing the remaining hereditary peers from the House of Lords.

We should find out the private members' bills for this session on Wednesday.

Labour MPs won all of the slots in the ballot, and many among them were elected in July, so this should give us an idea of their policy priorities.

Wednesday is also an Opposition Day.

This time the Lib Dems have the chance to choose a topic for debate.

MONDAY 14 OCTOBER

Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill – 2nd reading
Applies to: England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland
Requires venues where large groups gather to implement protective measures against terrorist attacks. The level of protection required depends on the size of the venue and nature of the event. Known as Martyn's law after Manchester Arena attack victim Martyn Hett, whose mother has campaigned for stronger security measures at venues.
Draft bill (PDF) / Commons Library briefing

TUESDAY 15 OCTOBER

House of Lords (Hereditary Peers) Bill – 2nd reading
Applies to: England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland
Removes the last remaining hereditary peers from the House of Lords. Follows on from the House of Lords Act 1999, which capped the number of hereditary peers at 92.
Draft bill (PDF) / Commons Library briefing

WEDNESDAY 16 OCTOBER

No votes scheduled

THURSDAY 17 OCTOBER

No votes scheduled

FRIDAY 18 OCTOBER

No votes scheduled

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