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HANSARDDomestic Abuse Bill (Sixth sitting)This clause concerns matters to be considered before making an order. Similar to the provisions at clause 21 in relation to a notice, clause 30 sets up particular matters, which…10 Jun 2020HANSARDDomestic Abuse Bill (Sixth sitting)The hon. Gentleman makes an important point. Ultimately, he will understand why I say that a very proper distinction exists between the legislature, the Executive and the…10 Jun 2020HANSARDDomestic Abuse Bill (Sixth sitting)Clause 28 makes provision for the court to make a domestic abuse protection order of its own volition during other ongoing proceedings that do not have to be domestic…10 Jun 2020HANSARDDomestic Abuse Bill (Sixth sitting)I am glad that all hon. Members are taking this seriously. It is a pleasure to serve under your expert chairmanship, Mr Bone, and to be one of the Ministers leading on this Bill.…10 Jun 2020HANSARDDomestic Abuse Bill (Sixth sitting)Clause 32 concerns provision that may be made by orders. The Committee will recall that we heard earlier about provision that may be made by notices. This is the twin in respect…10 Jun 2020HANSARDDomestic Abuse Bill (Sixth sitting)Thank you very much.10 Jun 2020HANSARDDomestic Abuse Bill (Sixth sitting)I will say a couple of things. First, I completely agree with the hon. Lady’s observation that the powers are very stark but very welcome. It is important to note why they are in…10 Jun 2020HANSARDDomestic Abuse Bill (Sixth sitting)Absolutely; I do not see why not at all. In fact, when the hon. Lady was making those points in respect of notices, I did fast-forward to clause 32, and it is deliberately broadly…10 Jun 2020HANSARDBereavement after a Public DisasterThe Government are determined to ensure that those who are bereaved after a public disaster are treated with respect and compassion, and get answers. That is why the Government…09 Jun 2020HANSARDCovid-19: Access to JusticeThe covid-19 outbreak has raised real challenges for the justice system, and we have taken rapid action where we can with the help of practitioners and the judiciary, who have…09 Jun 2020HANSARDDomestic Abuse Bill (Third sitting)He has been in touch already. [ Laughter . ]09 Jun 2020HANSARDBereavement after a Public DisasterThis Government are absolutely determined to stand up for victims. We will be having a revised victims code and a revised victims law. That is built on a proud record of standing…09 Jun 2020HANSARDCovid-19: Access to JusticeLegal aid is absolutely vital in a fair society. It is one of the vital bulwarks of our liberty, and we take extremely seriously the needs of legal aid providers. Steps have been…09 Jun 2020HANSARDBereavement after a Public DisasterI thank the hon. Lady for her question and pay tribute to her for the campaigning that she has done on this issue. I had the opportunity to speak to my right hon. and learned…09 Jun 2020HANSARDCovid-19: Access to JusticeI thank the hon. Lady for the very proper concern that she expresses. I or one of my fellow Ministers would be happy to have a meeting. Every effort is being made to increase…09 Jun 2020HANSARDDivorce, Dissolution and Separation Bill [Lords]I thank my right hon. Friend for his question, and I pay tribute to the characteristic clarity and eloquence with which he made his representations. Although I cannot give any…08 Jun 2020HANSARDDivorce, Dissolution and Separation Bill [Lords]I am grateful to all Members who have contributed to this debate with such powerful speeches. A wealth of insight and poignant personal experience has been brought to bear, and…08 Jun 2020HANSARDDomestic Abuse Bill (Second sitting)Is she welcome to come in? Ellie Butt: Of course. Well, not right now, because we are all working from home—but absolutely. Minister Victoria Atkins has visited the helpline. The…04 Jun 2020HANSARDDomestic Abuse Bill (Second sitting)Thank you for those observations.04 Jun 2020HANSARDDomestic Abuse Bill (Second sitting)Q Thank you for that, and thank you for the point you made about the notices, because they are robust. It is helpful to have your views on that. The final thing I want to ask…04 Jun 2020