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HANSARDBosnia and HerzegovinaI join the chorus of congratulations to the noble Baroness, Lady Helic, on bringing about this important debate. Bosnia and Herzegovina faces its gravest political turmoil since…11 Jun 2026HANSARDFinancial Services and Markets Bill [HL]My Lords, as many have already highlighted, the financial services sector remains an absolute engine of the British economy. It contributes roughly £290 billion, or roughly 11% of…08 Jun 2026HANSARDArtificial Intelligence: Impact on Human Relationships and SocietyMy Lords, I express my sincere gratitude to the most reverend Primate the Archbishop of Canterbury for bringing this vital topic for debate today. The real impact of AI on our…05 Jun 2026HANSARDNational Arts BankMy Lords, I congratulate my noble friend Lord John of Southwark on securing this debate and introducing the concept of a national arts bank—capital for our culture. He has already…04 Jun 2026HANSARDSporting Events Bill [HL]My Lords, today marks a critical milestone in the preservation and elevation of our country’s status as a leading host of major sporting events. We are embarking on a golden…03 Jun 2026HANSARDCivil Aviation (Consumer Protection and Regulatory Reform) Bill [HL]My Lords, imagine the scene: it is 1 am on a freezing Tuesday. A young mother is sitting on the airport floor trying to comfort a crying toddler. Her flight was cancelled four…02 Jun 2026HANSARDSocial Housing Bill [HL]My Lords, for years I fought on the front lines of our housing crises. That is why I support the Bill. It tackles one of the most pressing issues facing our country: the shortage…01 Jun 2026HANSARDSupermarkets: Voluntary Price CapsMy Lords, food poverty and food security need a joint focus. Examples of best practice can be found in our neighbourhoods, in Italy’s approach to local food systems, where there…20 May 2026HANSARDKing’s SpeechMy Lords, yesterday’s gracious Speech set out the Government’s agenda, focused on growth, investment, security and restoring Britain’s standing in the world. It comes at a moment…14 May 2026HANSARDClean Power 2030 Action Plan: Rural CommunitiesMy Lords, it is a privilege to follow my noble friend Lord Nagaraju’s maiden speech. He is the first representative from the Telugu-speaking states in India. He has already…22 Apr 2026HANSARDGrenfell Tower Memorial (Expenditure) BillMy Lords, the Grenfell Tower fire was a tragedy of an unimaginable scale, as many of the contributions have reminded us. The noble Lord, Lord Roe of West Wickham, in particular,…14 Apr 2026HANSARDSpring Forecast StatementMy Lords, this year’s spring forecast is not just an economic and accounting exercise; it provides clarity, alongside the latest forecasts from the OBR. It is encouraging to see…17 Mar 2026HANSARDEU Digital Services Act and RegulationTo ask His Majesty’s Government what discussions they have held with the European Union in relation to (1) alignment with the EU Digital Services Act, and (2) greater co-operation…11 Mar 2026HANSARDEU Digital Services Act and RegulationI thank the Minister for her response. There would be several economic, regulatory and strategic benefits if the UK were to be part of the EU’s Digital Services Act. Scale matters…11 Mar 2026HANSARDInternational Women’s DayMy Lords, it is a great honour to follow the noble Baroness, Lady Brown, and take part in this International Women’s Day debate, especially on this special day, when so many of…06 Mar 2026HANSARDUK-India: Comprehensive Economic and Trade AgreementMy Lords, it is with great pleasure that I take part in this debate. I welcome this landmark comprehensive trade agreement between the United Kingdom and India, and I thank the…04 Mar 2026HANSARDLocal Power PlanMy Lords, this is a most welcome initiative. Energy poverty and security of supply have been a real concern for years for people in many parts of our country. I have three short…11 Feb 2026HANSARDUK-EU Customs UnionMy Lords, I rise with some hesitation and a great deal of gratitude to make my maiden speech in your Lordships’ House. I am acutely aware of the experience, independence of mind,…29 Jan 2026