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HANSARDUniversal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) BillMy Lords, before I begin my substantive contribution to this debate, I want to pay tribute to those who have made their maiden speeches this afternoon. It has been wonderful to…12 Mar 2026HANSARDEnglish Devolution and Community Empowerment BillJust to correct some of what the noble Baroness alluded to, I see Lewisham as a mix of inner and outer London because we have the south circular and diverse aspects to our…09 Feb 2026HANSARDEnglish Devolution and Community Empowerment BillMy Lords, I am a directly elected mayor of a London borough with a licensing authority and responsibility. I want to speak in favour of and welcome this amendment. The key word is…09 Feb 2026HANSARDEnglish Devolution and Community Empowerment BillMy Lords, I thank the noble Baroness for tabling Amendment 132. Local planning authorities already carry out flood assessments as part of their duties, just as with conservation…04 Feb 2026HANSARDEnglish Devolution and Community Empowerment BillI thank noble Lords for their numerous comments. I will respond to just a few, because I think some might have been a bit rhetorical. As in any family, it is about communicating…02 Feb 2026HANSARDEnglish Devolution and Community Empowerment BillI thank the noble Lord for his kind comments. I also work on the Local Government Association, where I have a broader purview. In some of the discussions we have heard today, I…02 Feb 2026HANSARDEnglish Devolution and Community Empowerment BillMy Lords, please forgive me—this is my first time in Committee. I declare an interest as a local authority leader here in London, as the chair of the transport and environment…02 Feb 2026HANSARDRetail and Hospitality SectorMy Lords, it is a great honour to rise in this House for the first time. I would like to thank noble Lords across the House for their warm welcome. I speak today as the noble…22 Jan 2026