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HANSARDEuropean Union (Withdrawal Agreement) BillMy Lords, my concerns in Amendments 5 and 7, to which I have added my name, lie around relationships, trust and respect—because, for all the legalese, that is essentially what is…20 Jan 2020HANSARDEuropean Union (Withdrawal Agreement) BillMy Lords, my contribution to this debate on Amendment 59 will be very brief, because everyone has said what I want to say. I am grateful to the noble and learned Lord, Lord Thomas…14 Jan 2020HANSARDQueen’s SpeechMy Lords, I want to talk about three issues from the present version of the Queen’s gracious Speech that impact on Wales. First, although many of our rural constituencies voted in…08 Jan 2020HANSARDQueen’s SpeechMy Lords, I add my name to the tribute paid by the noble Lord, Lord Kennedy, to the noble Lord, Lord Bourne of Aberystwyth, who, thankfully, is still in his place. He gained the…21 Oct 2019HANSARDNorthern Ireland (Executive Formation etc) Act 2019: Section 3(5)My Lords, I thank the Minister for introducing the debate. I also express my thanks to officials for the comprehensive report that has been published. Since the previous reports…17 Oct 2019HANSARDRural Economy (Rural Economy Committee Report)My Lords, I add my thanks to our chair, clerks, advisers, the expert witnesses who appeared before us—and especially to the community members who hosted our committee’s visits.…08 Oct 2019HANSARDGovernment of Wales Act 2006 (Amendment) Order 2019My Lords, I add my voice in welcoming the noble Baroness, Lady Bloomfield, to her new position on the Government Front Bench. I look forward to working with her in the future on…09 Sept 2019HANSARDDevolved Administrations: 20th AnniversaryMy Lords, I am delighted to take part in this debate and to join in the celebration of 20 years of devolution to Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. It is an issue that has been…22 May 2019HANSARDHealthcare (International Arrangements) BillMy Lords, I am grateful to the noble Baroness for introducing the amendment and for the implicit acceptance that the recognition of the powers of the devolved Administrations was…12 Mar 2019HANSARDHealthcare (International Arrangements) Bill21 Feb 2019HANSARDHealthcare (International Arrangements) BillI thank the Minister for her clarification and the excellent news that the memorandum of understanding has been signed. I seek assurance from her that this matter will be reported…21 Feb 2019HANSARDHealthcare (International Arrangements) BillMy Lords, I apologise for not being able to take part on Second Reading. This group contains two amendments in my name and that of my noble friend Lady Jolly and a further…21 Feb 2019HANSARDLifeboats: CeredigionThe RNLI’s decision to move the all-weather facility from New Quay has led to huge public disquiet in the area—an area where people understand the important role fisheries play in…04 Feb 2019