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HANSARDCar Parking CompaniesMy Lords, the code of conduct has been discussed today. It was withdrawn after only four months. In the policy document and consultation that the Government plan, will they be…04 Feb 2025HANSARDAirport ExpansionMy Lords, the U-turn announced by the Chancellor in support of airport expansion across the south-east is astonishing. Can the Minister explain how a third runway at Heathrow will…03 Feb 2025HANSARDBus Services (No. 2) Bill [HL]As we start our detailed examination of this bus legislation, we should not forget that 1.6 billion passenger journeys were made by bus across England outside London in 2023 and…28 Jan 2025HANSARDBus Services (No. 2) Bill [HL]My Lords, first, I want to speak to Amendment 33. It is one that Jenny Randerson had marked up in her paperwork for this Bill, so we felt that it was really important to table it…28 Jan 2025HANSARDBus Services (No. 2) Bill [HL]My Lords, I shall speak first to Amendment 6, which seeks clarification following the debate on changing an “auditor” to an “approved person” in assessing bus franchise schemes.…28 Jan 2025HANSARDBus Services (No. 2) Bill [HL]The amendments from the noble Lords, Lord Woodley and Lord Moylan, show both ends of the spectrum in this area—one wanting to make it easier for a local authority bus company to…28 Jan 2025HANSARDRailway ElectrificationMy Lords, rail services in the south-west are just not fit for purpose. A report last week recommended battery power for parts of the route on existing trains, recharging at new…22 Jan 2025HANSARDAirports Slot Allocation (Alleviation of Usage Requirements etc.) Regulations 2025My Lords, I appreciate the opportunity to discuss this statutory instrument, which amends airport slots. I thank the civil servants who spoke to me on Friday to provide more…20 Jan 2025HANSARDDriving Tests: Secondary MarketMy Lords, given the disparities in driving test availability that the Minister has just mentioned, will he consider incentivising local authorities to help address these shortages…13 Jan 2025HANSARDOld Oak Common: Train DisruptionMy Lords, what discussions has the Minister had with the new chief executive of High Speed 2 to ensure that all platforms at the new Old Oak Common station will provide level…08 Jan 2025HANSARDBus Services (No. 2) Bill [HL]As I rise to speak, I first want to acknowledge the great contribution that the noble Baroness, Lady Randerson, made to this House over many years, not least on transport…08 Jan 2025HANSARDElectric Scooters and Electric Bicycles: Pedestrian SafetyMy Lords, given the huge safety concerns, what is the timescale for new legislation to regulate private electric bikes and e-scooters?07 Jan 2025HANSARDCost of Living: Rail FaresMy Lords, it is with great sadness that I lead for the Lib Dems today on this transport Question, given the tragic passing of our noble friend Lady Randerson. She was such a wise…06 Jan 2025HANSARDProvisional Local Government Finance SettlementI thank the Minister for the opportunity to discuss the provisional local government finance settlement. It is always an early Christmas present for finance departments in…19 Dec 2024HANSARDE-scooters and E-bikesTo ask His Majesty’s Government what plans they have to revise legislation around the use of e-scooters and e-bikes.19 Dec 2024HANSARDE-scooters and E-bikesMy Lords, I welcome the White Paper, with the promise to allow local regulation of micromobility schemes. However, the public continue to buy e-scooters, which are illegal on…19 Dec 2024HANSARDHammersmith BridgeMy Lords, this is a sorry saga. The impact of the closure is significant for south-west London, particularly the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. When will a full economic…18 Dec 2024HANSARDOlder People’s Housing TaskforceMy Lords, the report of the task force mentions the LGBTQ+ communities only once, yet there is a growing need and desire for inclusive LGBT+ affirming retirement accommodation, as…16 Dec 2024HANSARDAnti-depressants: Cost, Risks and RamificationsMy Lords, a study in 2019 found that a third of women were prescribed anti-depressants by their GP to combat symptoms of the menopause. What are the Government’s current…11 Dec 2024HANSARDTrain Crew ShortagesMy Lords, latest statistics show that Northern Trains is the worst-performing train company across all types of cancellations, and 80% of those cancellations are caused…05 Dec 2024