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HANSARDToilet-training: Support for ParentsMy Lords, how are the Government ensuring that parents of children with special educational needs and disabilities receive tailored, specialist support for toilet-training, rather…05 Jan 2026HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMy Lords, the amendments in this group from the noble Lords, Lord Shinkwin, Lord Blencathra and Lord McColl, are trying to probe the issue of who is responsible for dangerous…17 Dec 2025HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMy Lords, as we discussed earlier, we have seen a huge rise in fast food and other deliveries by e-bikes and e-scooters across our cities, and of course internationally too. The…17 Dec 2025HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMy Lords, this clause stand part notice seeks to remove the clause that creates the new offences of dangerous, careless or inconsiderate cycling. I now understand why: it is to…15 Dec 2025HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMy Lords, this has been an interesting debate. Many of the amendments seem to be shaped by individuals’ bugbears that they experience a lot on the streets of London. This group of…15 Dec 2025HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMy Lords, this group of amendments looks at illegal vehicles on our streets, enforcement and guidance. Amendment 345 from the noble Lord, Lord Lucas, seeks guidance on enforcement…15 Dec 2025HANSARDBusiness Improvement Districts: Town Centre RenewalMy Lords, the hospitality sector is the backbone of town centres. A 5% cut in VAT for hospitality businesses would give such a boost to our high streets. Does the Minister agree?11 Dec 2025HANSARDSustainable Aviation Fuel BillMy Lords, this group of amendments is trying to tease out the details around revenue certainty mechanism contracts. Amendment 2 from the noble Lord, Lord Moylan, says that the…10 Dec 2025HANSARDSustainable Aviation Fuel BillMy Lords, this stand part notice is interesting, and the point made by the noble Lord, Lord Moylan, explains why it is tabled. It seems to be almost wrecking the Bill if you are…10 Dec 2025HANSARDSustainable Aviation Fuel BillMy Lords, as we have been debating, this is an emerging field in terms of technology and production in the UK. That is why the Bill is here: to introduce the revenue certainty…10 Dec 2025HANSARDSustainable Aviation Fuel BillMy Lords, I shall talk about Amendment 19 and the impact on airline tickets, which I think is really important. At Second Reading, a number of noble Lords raised the impact on…10 Dec 2025HANSARDEnglish Devolution and Community Empowerment BillMy Lords, I also declare that I am a vice-president of the Local Government Association. As a passionate localist, someone who strongly believes in devolving power to the lowest…08 Dec 2025HANSARDWalking, Wheeling and Cycling PathsTo ask His Majesty’s Government what support they are providing to increase the number of walking, wheeling and cycling paths across the country.01 Dec 2025HANSARDWalking, Wheeling and Cycling PathsI welcome the Minister’s Answer, but can I push him, as part of the Government’s strategy development, to mandate public rights of way for walking, wheeling and cycling alongside…01 Dec 2025HANSARDSustainable Aviation Fuel BillMy Lords, I congratulate the right reverend Prelate the Bishop of Chester on his excellent maiden speech and his commitment to sustainability and rail, which is music to many of…20 Nov 2025HANSARDSouth Western RailwayMy Lords, I acknowledge that there have been serious infrastructure issues, some natural and some legacy, but that does not take away from the poor service provided on the…20 Nov 2025HANSARDMerchant Shipping (Marine Equipment) Regulations 2025My Lords, as has been set out, this instrument aims to simplify marine equipment regulations and provide clarity for industry. I am grateful for the briefing from the Maritime and…19 Nov 2025HANSARDRoad Injuries and DeathsMy Lords, clearly our thoughts are with the noble Lord, Lord Lennie, and his family, for the sad loss he outlined in his question. As we heard, over 1,600 people die and around…19 Nov 2025HANSARDAirport ExpansionMy Lords—11 Nov 2025HANSARDAirport ExpansionMy Lords, what specific work are the Government undertaking to understand the emissions not only from aircraft but from the surface-access and freight traffic associated with…11 Nov 2025