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HANSARDDemocracy Denied (DPRRC Report)My Lords, I think it is fairly safe to say that the term “delegated legislation” will never make the headlines in the popular press or cause stirs of excitement on social media.…12 Jan 2023HANSARDHouse of Lords CommissionMy Lords, it may be for the convenience of the House if I allow a few moments to elapse before I call the next business.09 Jan 2023HANSARDRetirement of a Member: Lord Lawson of BlabyMy Lords, I should like to notify the House of the retirement, with effect from Saturday 31 December 2022, of the noble Lord, Lord Lawson of Blaby, pursuant to Section 1 of the…09 Jan 2023HANSARDPolice: Employment and DisciplineMy Lords, we have a virtual contribution from the noble Lord, Lord Campbell-Savours.09 Jan 2023HANSARDCarer’s AllowanceMy Lords, given that many people in ordinary households are very worried about their fuel bills this coming winter, it seems highly likely that carers, often with very delicate…17 Nov 2022HANSARDDevolved Administrations: Intergovernmental RelationsMy Lords, is my noble friend aware that the Constitution Committee issued a very important report on the future of the United Kingdom? We would hope that intergovernmental…08 Nov 2022HANSARDProcurement Bill [HL]My Lords, I remind the Committee that, where amendments are grouped, only the first amendment is moved. The others must be moved or not moved as they are reached on the Marshalled…24 Oct 2022HANSARDMinister for EqualitiesMy Lords, among all the excitement about what people are called, would it not be better if we return to a common-sense approach where courtesy and kindness to all prevail?20 Oct 2022HANSARDOlder Persons Commissioner for EnglandMy Lords, can my noble friend tell me what opportunities there are for older people to receive education and training from her department? In that connection, may I point out that…19 Oct 2022HANSARDHorticultural SectorTo ask His Majesty’s Government what plans they have to support (1) careers in the horticultural sector, and (2) the role of that sector in protecting the environment.13 Oct 2022HANSARDHorticultural SectorMy Lords, I declare my interest as co-chairman of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Gardening and Horticulture—quite a mouthful. I shall refer to it only as a “group” in…13 Oct 2022HANSARDSocial Housing (Regulation) Bill [HL]My Lords, I remind Members of the Committee that only the first amendment in a group is moved until such time as it is reached on the Marshalled List.06 Sept 2022HANSARDLeaseholders: Service ChargesMy Lords, can my noble friend help with a particularly invidious situation? A leaseholder may feel that he is being charged extortionate fees for gas and electricity by his…20 Jul 2022HANSARDInformation Commissioner’s Office ReportMy Lords, no one is more concerned than I am that people who have been the victims of rape should be dealt with sensitively and properly, but could I put a point which may not…11 Jul 2022HANSARDIdentity and Language (Northern Ireland) Bill [HL]Before we come on to Amendment 7, I should announce that Amendment 43A, to be debated with this group, has been corrected and is now printed on a separate supplementary sheet.…22 Jun 2022HANSARDIdentity and Language (Northern Ireland) Bill [HL]My Lords, the noble Baroness, Lady Hoey, sent a nice note to me in the chair to explain why she had to leave, so she will not be moving any of her amendments.22 Jun 2022HANSARDAnimal Welfare: Tourist Attractions, Activities and ExperiencesMy Lords, when may we expect the kept animals Bill, which I hope would include the kind of activities referred to by the noble Baroness? Will it also include the prohibition of…20 Jun 2022HANSARDSchools Bill [HL]My Lords, the noble Baroness, Lady Brinton, is taking part remotely.20 Jun 2022HANSARDPrison Officers: Occupational PensionMy Lords, when answering a previous question, my noble friend said that somebody retired early on grounds of ill health may receive the full pension. There is a degree of…16 Jun 2022HANSARDFur: Import and SaleMy Lords, I am extremely disappointed by that reply, as my noble friend will probably register. It is not satisfactory and I ask the Minister to take urgent steps to make sure…14 Jun 2022