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HANSARDCovid-19: Creative IndustriesMy Lords, the creative industries are so important to this country, in terms of both the economy and our international reputation. Does my noble friend the Minister agree that…22 Sept 2020HANSARDHighway LayoutsMy Lords, my question cites the example of the UNESCO world heritage site of Stonehenge and the A303, where the current situation is intolerable for both the local community and…07 Sept 2020HANSARDSpain: TravelAs we are living through these uncertain times with the coronavirus pandemic, it is unfortunately inevitable that all plans for foreign travel have some risk involved. Quite…28 Jul 2020HANSARDParliamentary Constituencies BillMy Lords, one of the many privileges of being a Member of this place is having opportunities, such as we have this afternoon, to have a role in determining the structure and…27 Jul 2020HANSARDCovid-19: Social MobilityMy Lords, every child from whatever background needs to be furnished with the tools to make a success of their life, whether that be through further education or going straight…21 Jul 2020HANSARDPharmaciesMy Lords, as the noble Lord, Lord Grade, says, throughout recent months during the coronavirus crisis many independent pharmacists have served an important role in supporting…20 Jul 2020HANSARDEU Exit: End of Transition PeriodMy Lords, the UK leaving the European Union provides some fantastic opportunities for this country to build on our manufacturing prowess. Can the Minister outline what progress…15 Jul 2020HANSARDCovid-19: Infection RateMy Lords, I can see that, like me, my noble friend the Minister was the immensely grateful recipient of a much needed hair appointment over the weekend. Will he join me in…06 Jul 2020HANSARDCovid-19 UpdateMy Lords, as we have sadly seen in Leicester, it is clear that this virus still lives in our communities. We know that testing is key in helping to keep the pandemic under…01 Jul 2020HANSARDCovid-19: Airline SectorMy Lords, I am sure that all noble Lords appreciate the importance of regional connectivity using regional airlines to link places such as Teesside to Heathrow, as included in…29 Jun 2020HANSARDGlobal BritainMy Lords, I welcome the Government’s decision. Can my noble friend the Leader of the House reassure us that this will enhance not only our ability to drive the UK’s interests…18 Jun 2020HANSARDFixed-term Parliaments Act 2011My Lords, if I recall correctly, we were told by our Liberal Democrat colleagues in 2011 that the purpose of the Fixed-term Parliaments Act was to provide stability. The Act did…15 Jun 2020HANSARDEducation Settings: Wider OpeningMy Lords, much is spoken about the attainment gap between richer and poorer students widening during time off school. This Government were elected on a promise to level up…11 Jun 2020HANSARDQuarantine: Scientific AdviceMy Lords, there has been much talk recently about bridges and travel corridors. Will the Government consider travel gates to block incoming travellers from certain countries,…10 Jun 2020HANSARDPublic Health England Review: Covid-19 DisparitiesMy Lords, the Public Health England report makes it clear that deprived communities are being disproportionately affected by Covid-19. Does the Minister agree that it is…08 Jun 2020HANSARDNorthern Ireland ProtocolMy Lords, the economy of Northern Ireland is heavily dependent on small and medium-sized enterprises. Understandably, at present those businesses are focused on dealing with the…21 May 2020HANSARDCovid-19: HousingI welcome my noble friend to his ministerial position. I commend the Government on their proposals to provide help for private tenants. However, we need to recognise that many…18 May 2020HANSARDCovid-19: TransportMy Lords, while we are encouraging the public to avoid using public transport where possible, there is likely to be an increase in the take-up of bicycle hire in cities. Is…14 May 2020HANSARDCovid-19: BusinessAt the beginning of the coronavirus crisis and the introduction of lockdown, in many communities throughout the country, especially in our villages, it is our small local…13 May 2020HANSARDNational Asylum Support ServiceMy Lords, my question refers to the wider issue of migrants arriving in the UK. Last month, four boats carrying up to 57 migrants were intercepted by HM Coastguard and the Border…06 May 2020