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HANSARDNationality and Borders BillMy Lords, first, I apologise for being unable to speak at Second Reading. I have put my name to Amendment 27 in the name of my noble friend Lord Moylan, who laid it out so well.…27 Jan 2022HANSARDBosnia-HerzegovinaMy Lords, I am grateful to my noble friend Lord Bourne of Aberystwyth for securing this debate at a critical time for Bosnia-Herzegovina. In six months’ time, we may see another…16 Dec 2021HANSARDMaldives: TariffsTo ask Her Majesty’s Government what plans they have to lower the tariffs on tuna imported from the Maldives.14 Dec 2021HANSARDMaldives: TariffsI thank the Minister for his Answer. I am aware that the Maldives has transitioned from a developing to a middle-income country and is therefore not eligible for GSP. However, it…14 Dec 2021HANSARDAfghanistanMy Lords, like other noble Lords, I too refer to the recent report of the House of Lords International Relations and Defence Select Committee, which stated that the UK has shown…18 Aug 2021HANSARDCommonwealth Heads of GovernmentMy Lords, one of our commitments was to lead and strengthen the structures of the Commonwealth to become a powerful economic bloc. Much of our focus since CHOGM 2018 has been on…27 May 2021HANSARDBotulinum Toxin and Cosmetic Fillers (Children) BillMy Lords, I thank my noble friend Lady Wyld for introducing the Bill. I want to take this opportunity to congratulate my honourable friend Laura Trott MP on championing this…16 Apr 2021HANSARDUK Citizenship: HistoryMy Lords, in acknowledging the importance of having a robust and fair mechanism by which citizenship is awarded, does the Minister agree that the life in the United Kingdom test…14 Apr 2021HANSARDInclusive SocietyMy Lords, it is universally stated that we are living in an interconnected world, but the sad reality is that we are not yet living in an interconnected country. While as a nation…14 Apr 2021HANSARDHis Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of EdinburghMy Lords, today I speak not just for myself but on behalf of my family and friends in expressing our deepest condolences to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth and the Royal Family on the…12 Apr 2021HANSARDInternational Women’s DayMy Lords, it is a pleasure to take part in today’s debate. On International Women’s Day we celebrate the numerous achievements and successes of women, but alongside the victories…11 Mar 2021HANSARDSpace IndustryMy Lords, my noble friend Lord Willetts mentioned Scotland. A’Mhòine in Melness, Sutherland was announced as suitable for a vertical launch site and spaceport in 2018, promising…04 Mar 2021