The government indicates a bill will be introduced to remove honours and titles from certain “disgraced” people in the House of Lords. The issue is linked to separate controversies involving Peter Mandelson and former spin doctor Matthew Doyle, prompting the pledge to change how titles are handled. In reporting on the government’s plans, Keir Starmer is described as not knowing when Mandelson would be removed from the Lords, despite the new legislative approach. The articles state that the government’s position is to proceed with stripping titles, while the exact timetable for individual cases is not specified. The coverage highlights that the bill is presented as a route to address reputational damage from specific cases, including Mandelson and Doyle, rather than a single immediate, case-by-case removal. While the proposal is framed as a structural change through legislation, the timing for any outcomes affecting particular peers depends on the bill’s progress and the handling of related matters.