List of life peerages (1958–1979)

This is a list of individuals who were granted life peerages in the United Kingdom between the years 1958 and 1979. Life peerages, created under the Life Peerages Act 1958, entitle the holder to a seat in the House of Lords for their lifetime, but the title is not inheritable. This contrasts with hereditary peerages, which can be passed down through generations.

The period covered includes peerages granted during the governments of Harold Macmillan, Alec Douglas-Home, Harold Wilson, and Edward Heath. The individuals listed typically represent a wide range of achievements and contributions to public life, including politics, business, science, the arts, and other fields.

Each entry in a comprehensive list would typically include the individual's name, the year the peerage was granted, and the title they adopted. Additional information may include a brief summary of their notable achievements or the reason for their elevation to the peerage.

The political composition of the House of Lords was significantly affected by the creation of life peerages, allowing for the appointment of individuals based on merit and experience rather than solely on hereditary lineage. This contributed to a more diverse and representative membership in the upper chamber of Parliament.