Member of Parliament
Baroness Smith of Malvern
Member since
17 Jul 2024
Bills sponsored
5
Speeches (30d)
54
Speeches (all)
1,216
Written questions
0
Last spoke
28 Apr 2026
Recent contributions (1,216)
HANSARDBalletMy Lords, the Government recognise the important contribution of the performing arts, including classical ballet. We continue to support degree-level provision of these subjects…28 Apr 2026HANSARDBalletI know that my noble friend, as he has already identified, is a very strong supporter of the Central School of Ballet and the excellent work that it clearly does. The Government…28 Apr 2026HANSARDBalletI have to confess to not being an expert on the arrangements for the conservatoire, although it is the case that where a student is studying a degree in dance, they are eligible…28 Apr 2026HANSARDBalletIt is very good to be facing questions today from at least two excellent dancers—that is no slight on my noble friend. The noble Baroness raises, as have other noble Lords, the…28 Apr 2026HANSARDBalletYes. That is the reason why, as part of the strategic priorities grant, 12 of the 20 small, specialist providers are the type of high-quality performing arts providers that the…28 Apr 2026
Bills sponsored (5)
BILLChildren’s Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026Royal Assent29 Apr 2026 · 6d agoEnactedBILLInstitute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (Transfer of Functions etc) Act 2025Royal Assent15 May 2025EnactedBILLPolicing and CrimeRoyal Assent12 Nov 2009EnactedBILLBorders, Citizenship and Immigration Act 2009Royal Assent20 Jul 2009EnactedBILLCounter-Terrorism Act 2008Royal Assent26 Nov 2008Enacted