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HANSARDProtection of Freedoms Act 2012 (Definition of Relevant Land) (Amendment) Order 2025I am pleased to speak in the debate about this amendment order. As the Minister has set out, the order amends the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 to bring land subject to the…10 Nov 2025HANSARDHuntingdon Train AttackMy Lords, I want to put on record, on behalf of the Liberal Democrat Benches, that our thoughts are with all those affected by this terrible incident: the staff, the victims,…04 Nov 2025HANSARDHeathrow Airport: Third RunwayMy Lords, given the significant congestion already around Heathrow Airport and the impact on local communities, will the Government be making improved public transport access a…30 Oct 2025HANSARDHeathrow: National Airports ReviewMy Lords, I welcome this debate on the review of the airports national policy statement and the Government’s announcement regarding Heathrow. But let me be very clear that the…27 Oct 2025HANSARDDrink-Drive LimitMy Lords, drug-driving, as well as drink-driving, is deadly. What work are the Government carrying out to look at international developments in roadside detection devices to…22 Oct 2025HANSARDPlanning and Infrastructure BillI thank the Minister and his team for meeting me a number of times, including during recess, to discuss the amendments that I have tabled. Finding ways to make it easier for…22 Oct 2025HANSARDPlanning and Infrastructure BillMy Amendments 52 and 57 aim to make it easier for people who do not have driveways to switch to an electric vehicle and install the necessary infrastructure so that they can…22 Oct 2025HANSARDPlanning and Infrastructure Bill22 Oct 2025HANSARDOpen Access Rail ServicesMy Lords, under the new world of Great British Railways, will the Government allow existing open access operators to continue their current routes beyond the permissions granted…22 Oct 2025HANSARDPlanning and Infrastructure BillMy Lords, the noble Lord raises an important issue: the huge frustrations around roadworks, in particular utility works. As mentioned, lane rental schemes exist in places such as…22 Oct 2025HANSARDGreat British Railways: Rolling StockTo ask His Majesty’s Government what work is under way to develop a rolling stock strategy for Great British Railways.21 Oct 2025HANSARDGreat British Railways: Rolling StockMy Lords, I welcome the work that is under way. Establishing the right industry partnerships is essential to developing a more efficient and cost-effective British railway model.…21 Oct 2025HANSARDNational Policy Statement for PortsMy Lords, I welcome this debate on the amended national policy statement for ports, the continuation of the presumption in favour of port development and the market-led approach…14 Oct 2025HANSARDBus Services (No. 2) Bill [HL]My Lords, the amendment in the name of the noble Lord, Lord Hampton, on Vision Zero, rightly put safety on buses at the heart of this Bill. Who can argue with the aim of zero…13 Oct 2025HANSARDBus Services (No. 2) Bill [HL]My Lords, I thank the Minister for his work on this Bill and for meeting me to discuss any concerns that may remain. We on these Benches are pleased to hear from the Government a…13 Oct 2025HANSARDBus Services (No. 2) Bill [HL]At end insert “, and do propose Amendment 8C instead of the words so left out of the Bill—13 Oct 2025HANSARDBus Services (No. 2) Bill [HL]I beg to move.13 Oct 2025HANSARDTerminally Ill Adults (End of Life) BillMy Lords, I rise to speak at the end of this important and significant debate. I thank Kim Leadbeater MP and the noble and learned Lord, Lord Falconer, for leading this…19 Sept 2025HANSARDRoad PricingMy Lords, while I hear clearly the Minister say that there will not be any national scheme, what support is being provided to metro mayors across the country who may consider road…18 Sept 2025HANSARDRail FaresTo ask His Majesty’s Government what steps they are taking to simplify rail fares for passengers.18 Sept 2025