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HANSARDIsrael and GazaMy Lords, the longer this cycle of violence continues, the more challenging it will be to reach the objective of two states living side by side in peace. Does my noble friend the…20 May 2021HANSARDQueen’s SpeechMy Lords, I am grateful for the opportunity to speak during this debate and to support Her Majesty’s gracious Speech, with today’s important focus on communities, welfare,…17 May 2021HANSARDBody Mass IndexI thank the noble Lord, Lord Addington, for introducing this short debate on the effectiveness of the body mass index. I am pleased to have the opportunity to contribute. My focus…22 Apr 2021HANSARDPlant Health etc. (Fees) (England) (Amendment) Regulations 2021My Lords, I speak in support of the draft plant health regulations, which, as my noble friend alluded to, come into force on 1 June 2021 in England, together with similar…15 Apr 2021HANSARDCovid-19: Government’s Publication of ContractsMy Lords, during the Covid-19 pandemic, the fundamental aim of government has been to save lives and to do whatever is necessary to continue saving them. At the beginning of the…11 Mar 2021HANSARDUnemployment: Over-50sMy Lords, the fact is that many people need to work for longer, but workers aged 50-plus still face barriers to accessing work and training. What extra government support is there…09 Mar 2021HANSARDDomestic Abuse BillMy Lords, it is a privilege to follow the noble Lords and to listen to their powerful and compelling speeches. I am pleased to speak to Amendment 149. It is vital that…08 Feb 2021HANSARDDomestic Abuse BillMy Lords, I am pleased to follow my noble friend Lady Newlove and I warmly congratulate the Government on introducing the Bill. In doing so, I am pleased to have the opportunity…03 Feb 2021HANSARDDomestic Abuse BillMy Lords, I thank my noble friend Lady Newlove for her powerful introduction to this standalone offence. I am pleased to have the opportunity to take part in the debate and to…03 Feb 2021HANSARDDomestic Abuse BillMy Lords, I welcome the ambition and scope of the Bill in highlighting people’s awareness and, importantly, strengthening support for victims and improving the effectiveness of…05 Jan 2021HANSARDONS: UK Life ExpectancyMy Lords, there have been life expectancy improvements in the UK, which I welcome. My concern regards paediatric obesity, which brings associated increased risks of morbidity,…17 Dec 2020HANSARDSpending Review 2020My Lords, in this incredibly difficult year, I welcome the many positives displayed in the spending review as the Government juggle the nation’s finances. The business sector has…03 Dec 2020HANSARDRural EconomyMy Lords, rural economies have untapped potential as well as challenges. From living in a rural environment, I understand how important our rural economy and personal well-being…26 Nov 2020HANSARDMedicines and Medical Devices BillMy Lords, I am pleased to speak to this group of amendments, and to thank the noble Baroness, Lady Cumberlege, who has been so diligent in her review in proposing such needed…11 Nov 2020HANSARDTerrestrial and Freshwater Protected SitesMy Lords, the environmental performance report of 2 October shows that more action and investment is needed by several water companies, which are failing to protect. The…02 Nov 2020HANSARDCovid-19: Gig EconomyMy Lords, the time when full-time jobs were secure has now long gone. Almost no full-time employee today can guarantee that they will be in the same position in a year’s time.…22 Oct 2020HANSARDBurning of Peat MoorlandsMy Lords, we have debated our tree-planting strategy in reducing our carbon footprint many times in the House. Today’s Question brings to the fore just how important our peatlands…14 Oct 2020HANSARDFleet Solid Support ShipsWhen a ship is built, we immediately look at the hull and structure. Steel is vital to the UK’s manufacturing industry. Does my noble friend the Minister agree that this is also…07 Oct 2020HANSARDCrime: Emergency Services StaffMy Lords, in addressing and ensuring better public protection for our communities so that residents feel safe, what extra measures are the Government introducing inside and…01 Oct 2020HANSARDEnergy White PaperMy Lords, the Humber energy estuary is the UK’s most carbon-intensive industrial region and hosts some of the largest offshore wind farms to capture and store power. What are the…28 Sept 2020