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HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMy Lords, it took me a few seconds to react to and think about what the Minister said. For the information of the House, I think it would be fair to recognise that several of the…15 Jan 2026HANSARDCrime and Policing BillBefore the noble Lord sits down, I just wanted clarification on Amendment 370A. Am I to understand that, if this amendment had existed in law, there would not have been any need…13 Jan 2026HANSARDCrime and Policing BillForgive me for interrupting—and I have hiccups, which is why I am trying not to interrupt—but the more important point about the attack on the EHRC’s London offices is that it is…13 Jan 2026HANSARDCrime and Policing BillI wonder if I might interject. The noble Baroness has raised Bash Back, as did the noble Lord, Lord Young. In its advertising, it makes a great deal of face coverings—which we…13 Jan 2026HANSARDShamima BegumMy Lords, in the Home Secretary’s recent Statement on a fairer pathway to settlement, she emphasised good character and conduct for the granting of citizenship. Does the Minister…07 Jan 2026HANSARDPuberty Suppressants TrialMy Lords—18 Dec 2025HANSARDPuberty Suppressants TrialMy Lords, in the case that children cannot consent, which is widely acknowledged, given the age of the children, we know that single-parent consent will be permissible for the…18 Dec 2025HANSARDPuberty Suppressants TrialMy Lords—18 Dec 2025HANSARDTerminally Ill Adults (End of Life) BillMy Lords, I wonder whether the Minister in winding up could advise us what the Companion says about Peers making speeches on the same amendment over several points of the passage…12 Dec 2025HANSARDEquality Act 2010: Supreme Court JudgmentMy Lords, I declare for the final time an interest as chair of the Equality and Human Rights Commission. I am sure that the House will be delighted to hear that this is my final…27 Nov 2025HANSARDEquality Act 2010: Meaning of “Sex”My Lords, I have enormous respect for the Minister, who has given very fulsome answers today. He referred to me. Therefore, I would just like to clarify for the House, because I…15 Oct 2025HANSARDTerminally Ill Adults (End of Life) BillMy Lords, I declare an interest as chair of the Equality and Human Rights Commission, but I am speaking in a personal capacity. This is particularly pertinent today because the…12 Sept 2025HANSARDMiddle EastMy Lords, I too welcome the proposed actions of His Majesty’s Government. I know that many other noble Lords will wish to intervene in this; I will keep my questions very brief.…01 Sept 2025HANSARDEmployment Rights BillMy Lords, I too need to apologise to the House because I have not spoken previously on the Bill. I am therefore required, I am afraid, to add a few seconds of tedium in declaring…23 Jul 2025HANSARDUK-France Migration: Co-operationI declare an interest as chair of the Equality and Human Rights Commission, but I am speaking in a personal capacity today. The Minister has given a spirited defence of all the…17 Jul 2025HANSARDActions of Iranian Regime: UK ResponseMy Lords, while I welcome the Government’s efforts in recent months a great deal, will the Minister accept that those who are calling for Iran’s current situation to be seen as a…08 Jul 2025HANSARDChildren’s Wellbeing and Schools BillI thank the noble Lord for giving way. I have not spoken on the Bill, but I have been present for quite a lot of the debates. I am slightly confused by the what the noble Lord,…19 Jun 2025HANSARDChildren’s Wellbeing and Schools BillBefore the noble Baroness sits down, can I inject one further thought that she might agree with? While the sentiments adduced in this debate are entirely right, and the concern is…19 Jun 2025HANSARDTrade NegotiationsMy Lords, I declare an interest as chair of the Equality and Human Rights Commission, but I am speaking in a personal capacity today. I have not heard the Minister explain…13 May 2025HANSARDTrade NegotiationsMy Lords—13 May 2025