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HANSARDMetropolitan Police Report by Sir Richard HenriquesI am afraid that I cannot make that undertaking at the moment, but the Government agree that there should be a general right to anonymity before charge for all offences. But there…30 Sept 2019HANSARDMetropolitan Police Report by Sir Richard HenriquesRegarding why it has taken so long to publish the report since the Metropolitan Police announced it on 14 August, the noble Lord will agree that, before publishing these reports,…30 Sept 2019HANSARDMetropolitan Police Report by Sir Richard HenriquesThat is something we can discuss within the usual channels. It is not in my purview here.30 Sept 2019HANSARDMetropolitan Police Report by Sir Richard HenriquesAs I have said, the Home Office will carefully consider the ramifications of the reports that are to be published shortly and reflect on the testimonies therein. It will then…30 Sept 2019HANSARDMetropolitan Police Report by Sir Richard HenriquesOf course the Government will consider that, just as we will consider all the recommendations in both reports and many of the questions raised in the House today.30 Sept 2019HANSARDMetropolitan Police Report by Sir Richard HenriquesAs always, my noble friend’s interruptions are very welcome.30 Sept 2019HANSARDHigh Speed Rail (West Midlands–Crewe) BillPerhaps I may remind the noble Lord that the advisory speaking time is seven minutes. We can be quite flexible, but not too flexible.09 Sept 2019HANSARDHigh Speed Rail (West Midlands–Crewe) BillThe advisory speaking time is in deference to colleagues because we have a number of other issues to discuss later on this evening.09 Sept 2019HANSARDHigh Speed Rail (West Midlands–Crewe) BillI hope that the noble Lord has come to the end of his comments.09 Sept 2019HANSARDGovernment of Wales Act 2006 (Amendment) Order 2019My Lords, this draft order amends the consent requirements in Schedule 7B to the Government of Wales Act 2006 in respect of electoral registration officers. It also makes clear…09 Sept 2019HANSARDGovernment of Wales Act 2006 (Amendment) Order 2019That the draft Order laid before the House on 11 July be approved.09 Sept 2019HANSARDGovernment of Wales Act 2006 (Amendment) Order 2019I thank noble Lords for their valuable contributions to the debate this afternoon and for their kind words of welcome and encouragement. I am conscious that I do indeed have very…09 Sept 2019HANSARDNuclear Energy: Small Modular ReactorsI beg leave to ask the Question standing in my name on the Order Paper and in so doing draw attention to my interests as set out in the register.10 Jun 2019HANSARDNuclear Energy: Small Modular ReactorsI am grateful to my noble friend for his reply and pleased that the Government continue to encourage the development of this technology. Can he confirm that the Trawsfynydd site…10 Jun 2019HANSARDNuclear Energy: Small Modular ReactorsTo ask Her Majesty’s Government what progress has been made in identifying a design for small modular nuclear reactors.10 Jun 2019HANSARDRenewable EnergyMy Lords, I too am grateful to the noble Lord, Lord Cameron, for initiating this important debate. It is important because it has to be worth exploring any form of power…05 Jun 2019HANSARDDevolved Administrations: 20th AnniversaryMy Lords, it is always a great pleasure to follow the noble Lord, Lord Wigley, whose long-term and passionate commitment to Wales and its interests is beyond compare. He was also…22 May 2019HANSARDApprenticeshipsMy Lords, we should focus on the quality as well as the quantity of apprenticeships. With this in mind, will my noble friend join me in congratulating the UK Atomic Energy…13 May 2019HANSARDPublic ConveniencesMy Lords, I thank the Minister for his response to an important Question. London’s provision of public loos is lamentable in terms of both availability and cleanliness. This…11 Apr 2019HANSARDPublic ConveniencesTo ask Her Majesty’s Government what steps they have taken to encourage local authorities to improve the provision of public conveniences to address health issues faced by taxi…11 Apr 2019