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HANSARDPlastic Recycling TargetsMy Lords, since the resources and waste strategy of 2018 and the 25-year environment plan of January 2019, plastic recycling has moved up the political and public agenda—but not…20 Nov 2025HANSARDWater and Sewerage Companies: Statutory ConsulteesMy Lords, we desperately need new housing, but avoiding flooding is also essential. Internal drainage board levies make up a significant proportion of the budgets of some local…20 Nov 2025HANSARDPlastic Recycling TargetsTo ask His Majesty’s Government what progress they have made in achieving plastic recycling targets.20 Nov 2025HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMy Lords, I wish to speak in support of the noble Baroness, Lady Whitaker, and thank her for tabling this important amendment. The noble Baroness has laid out the arguments…17 Nov 2025HANSARDCrime and Policing BillI am grateful for the noble Lord’s interjection and for that clarification. However, as somebody who lived for 35 years with a footpath running through their garden, I have to say…17 Nov 2025HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMy Lords, I listened attentively to the noble Lord, Lord Cameron of Lochiel, and I am inclined to agree with him—in part. I start by declaring my interest as the part owner of a…17 Nov 2025HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMy Lords, I have listened carefully to the noble Lord, Lord Blencathra, and read the Member’s explanatory statement on these two amendments. I will be brief. I can remember, as a…17 Nov 2025HANSARDEnvironmental Protection (Wet Wipes Containing Plastic) (England) Regulations 2025My Lords, I thank the Minister for her positive introduction to this important SI. Plastic and microplastic pollution is a scourge of the modern age that did not exist when I was…10 Nov 2025HANSARDRiver PollutionTo ask His Majesty’s Government what plans they have to tackle river pollution from sources other than sewage.10 Nov 2025HANSARDRiver PollutionI thank the Minister for her response. According to the Cunliffe review, agriculture is the single largest cause of river pollution, with pesticides and nutrients ultimately…10 Nov 2025HANSARDPlanning and Infrastructure BillMy Lords, I am grateful to the noble Lord, Lord Lucas, for this amendment. I apologise for not being able to take part in Committee, due to hip surgery. I welcome the inclusion of…27 Oct 2025HANSARDIndependent Water CommissionMy Lords, I thank the Government for making time for the repeat of this Statement. I also thank my noble friend Lady Grender for having another critical engagement at this time,…23 Jul 2025HANSARDPlanning and Infrastructure BillMy Lords, the number of speakers in this debate reflects just how seriously this Chamber is taking the issue of housebuilding and infrastructure. To start with, I will refer to…25 Jun 2025HANSARDSentencing Guidelines (Pre-sentence Reports) BillMy Lords, I declare my interest as a member of the APPG for Gypsies, Travellers and Roma, and I apologise for not being present at Second Reading. I did, however, watch this at…19 May 2025HANSARDRenters’ Rights BillMy Lords, I apologise for not being present during Second Reading or the preceding Committee sittings due to a health issue. I declare my interest as a vice-president of the LGA.…14 May 2025HANSARDApprenticeships: Entry RequirementsMy Lords, every young person is good at something. Finding that is not always easy. The required level in maths and English for entry to FE and apprenticeships acts as a barrier…10 Mar 2025HANSARDFlood Reinsurance (Amendment) Regulations 2025My Lords, I thank the Minister for her introduction to this short but important statutory instrument. I was assisting on the Water Bill in 2014-15 when Flood Re was first debated…10 Mar 2025HANSARDBeaver: Reintroduction in EnglandOn Tuesday, I visited the South Downs National Park, which has introduced a pair of beavers. Their introduction can have benefits for other animals. They are large animals that…27 Feb 2025HANSARDWater (Special Measures) Bill [HL]My Lords, I thank the Minister for introducing these amendments, which were inserted by the Government in the other place. Amendments 4 and 8 introduce the requirement for all…05 Feb 2025HANSARDWater (Special Measures) Bill [HL]My Lords, I am grateful for this opportunity to speak at this stage of the Bill, which is ping-pong, not Report. I was satisfied with the progress we made on the Bill while it was…05 Feb 2025