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HANSARDYouth JusticeMy Lords, we are taking decisive action to drive up performance in relation to the youth custody estate. The Deputy Prime Minister chairs a newly established performance taskforce…20 May 2026HANSARDYouth JusticeThe Government are seriously taking it into account. That is why we are investing more than £34 million this year in the county lines programme, which has closed more than 3,700…20 May 2026HANSARDYouth JusticeMy Lords, I thank the noble and learned Lord, Lord Keen, and the noble Lord, Lord Marks, for the points they have made on this important issue. I will turn to the specifics of…20 May 2026HANSARDYouth JusticeI certainly will pay tribute to those who work in young offender institutions—it is a really difficult job—but the custodial youth estate is fundamentally failing children at the…20 May 2026HANSARDKing’s SpeechMy Lords, it is a privilege to open this debate on the Government’s plans for home affairs, the justice system and the union. I express my gratitude to His Majesty for delivering…18 May 2026HANSARDRetirement and Participation CommitteeMy Lords, it is a privilege to open this debate on the Government’s plans for home affairs, the justice system and the union. I express my gratitude to His Majesty for delivering…18 May 2026HANSARDFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Fees (Amendment) Order 2026That the draft Order laid before the House on 19 March be approved. Relevant document: 57th Report from the Secondary Legislation Scrutiny Committee. Considered in Grand Committee…28 Apr 2026HANSARDFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Fees (Amendment) Order 2026My Lords, this instrument introduces fees for applications in the residential property division of the Property Chamber that arise from, or are amended by, the Renters’ Rights Act…27 Apr 2026HANSARDFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Fees (Amendment) Order 2026That the Grand Committee do consider the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Fees (Amendment) Order 20206 Relevant document: 57th Report from the Secondary Legislation Scrutiny…27 Apr 2026HANSARDFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Fees (Amendment) Order 2026My Lords, no full impact assessment was done in relation to this because it does not reach the required threshold for one. However, some assessments have been made, including…27 Apr 2026HANSARDFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Fees (Amendment) Order 2026My Lords, I thank the noble Lords, Lord Sandhurst and Lord Fuller, for their helpful and constructive contributions. A point that they both made, with which I agree, is that this…27 Apr 2026HANSARDVictims and Courts BillThat this House do not insist on its Amendments 4B and 4C, and do agree with the Commons in their Amendment 4D in lieu.23 Apr 2026HANSARDVictims and Courts BillMy Lords, it has been a pleasure to bring the Victims and Courts Bill through this House; it is now another step closer to becoming law. The Bill will deliver on our manifesto…23 Apr 2026HANSARDVictims and Courts BillMy Lords, these amendments relate to private prosecutions. I start by expressing my thanks to all noble Lords for their thoughtful contributions to the Bill throughout its…23 Apr 2026HANSARDBurial Provision in England and WalesMeasures have been taken in recent years to update crematoria so that they better reflect and understand the needs of different cultures and faiths. To a certain extent, I must…22 Apr 2026HANSARDBurial Provision in England and WalesMy Lords, the Government believe that families who have suffered the unimaginable loss of a child should not have to worry about the cost of a funeral. The children’s funeral fund…22 Apr 2026HANSARDBurial Provision in England and WalesThe Law Commission report, which we welcome, was published on 18 March this year and is the first part of a wider project that will also consider the legal framework for new…22 Apr 2026HANSARDBurial Provision in England and WalesAs with all matters relating to what happens at the end of life, these are sensitive, difficult and complicated matters. The Law Commission identifies that there can be many…22 Apr 2026HANSARDBurial Provision in England and WalesI am very sorry to hear of the experience of the noble Baroness. That story draws attention to exactly why the Law Commission looked at this area in the first place. Our laws…22 Apr 2026HANSARDBurial Provision in England and WalesI am grateful for the opportunity to reiterate the Government’s commitment to and respect for the beliefs of all our faith communities, many of whom have very strongly held views…22 Apr 2026