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HANSARDOfficial Development AssistanceMy Lords, the previous Government established women mediator networks; I gave evidence recently to the IDC on this. In agreeing with my noble friend Lady Hodgson, I offer a…04 Nov 2025HANSARDJamaica: Hurricane MelissaMy Lords, I was the Minister when Hurricanes Irma and Maria hit, and I am pleased with and support the Government’s response, particularly the military response, but I want to go…29 Oct 2025HANSARDWestern Sahara ConflictMy Lords, recognising the important role the United Kingdom has played—and indeed the clarification provided by the Minister to my noble friend—is key. There is a UN resolution on…27 Oct 2025HANSARDEthiopia and EritreaMy Lords, while I welcome the Minister to his position, I too align myself with the disappointment at the removal of the Minister for Africa. The noble Lord, Lord Collins, was…16 Sept 2025HANSARDTerminally Ill Adults (End of Life) BillMy Lords, I will speak in strong opposition to the Bill before us today, not only as a Member of your Lordships’ House but as a person, like all others—whatever side of the…12 Sept 2025HANSARDQatar: Israeli StrikeI declare an interest as an adviser to the Council of Arab Ambassadors. The previous UK Government played a bridging role. Indeed, I remember facilitating the first engagement…11 Sept 2025HANSARDUkraine: NegotiationsMy Lords, I first join in the tributes to the noble Lord, Lord Collins. I sparred with him for over seven years as a Minister. His support both inside and outside the Chamber was…09 Sept 2025HANSARDSyria: Druze CommunityTo ask His Majesty’s Government what assessment they have made of the situation in Syria, and in particular the impact of recent events upon the Druze community and the wider…17 Jul 2025HANSARDSyria: Druze CommunityMy Lords, I beg leave to ask a Question of which I have given private notice. In doing so, I draw attention to my entry in the register as chair of the International Communities…17 Jul 2025HANSARDSyria: Druze CommunityMy Lords, I thank the Minister, and I know how much she has been personally engaged in the region, particularly on the humanitarian elements of the ongoing and wider conflict.…17 Jul 2025HANSARDSudanMy Lords, the Minister will know of my interest in the issue of preventing sexual violence in conflict, as I led on that and have visited Sudan. What engagement has taken place…17 Jul 2025HANSARDIndia and Pakistan: Peace RepresentationsMy Lords, I thank the noble Lord, Lord Hussain, for tabling this debate. Two lands, two people, two nuclear powers—yet, despite the borders that exist and the wars that have been…17 Jul 2025HANSARDFalkland Islands: Fisheries Exports TariffsMy Lords, one of the points raised consistently by the Minister is about Brexit and the legacy left. I am sure she would acknowledge, as she did in her original Answer, that all…10 Jul 2025HANSARDG7 and NATO SummitsMy Lords, I agree with the Minister that leadership on the international stage is crucial, and I welcome the Prime Minister’s attendance at both conferences because you have to be…01 Jul 2025HANSARDUK-Mauritius Agreement on the Chagos ArchipelagoMy Lords, I add my formal warm welcome to my noble and learned friend Lady Prentis and congratulate her on an excellent maiden speech. The poignancy of the moment was made even…30 Jun 2025HANSARDIsrael and IranMy Lords, I thank the Minister for that update. To use “escalation” to describe the situation in the last 24 to 48 hours would be an understatement. We are now facing a very great…19 Jun 2025HANSARDIsrael and IranTo ask His Majesty’s Government what assessment they have made of the current hostilities between Israel and Iran.19 Jun 2025HANSARDIsrael and IranMy Lords, I beg leave to ask a Question of which I have given private notice. In doing so, I draw attention to my entries in the register of interests.19 Jun 2025HANSARDConflict in the Middle EastMy Lords, I draw attention to my entry in the register. The Minister talked about the important levers of diplomacy. On the issue of snapback, the noble Lord knows that the clock…16 Jun 2025HANSARDSpending Review 2025My Lords, I too wish the Minister a happy birthday. In welcoming the increase in defence spending, I am sure he will acknowledge that diplomacy goes hand in glove with our ability…12 Jun 2025