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HANSARDBusiness and Planning BillThis legislation, which we are almost at the end of, is caused by the Covid crisis. It is, in many ways, a panic Bill, since we are trying to write things we may or may not…20 Jul 2020HANSARDBusiness and Planning BillI only really need to say one thing. I am concerned that some of these clauses might turn into permanent legislation—I am aware that there is a tendency for what is temporary to…20 Jul 2020HANSARDBusiness and Planning BillMy Lords, first, I thank the Minister and his fellow Ministers for the careful way in which they have looked at the points that have been made and for the concessions that they…20 Jul 2020HANSARDFinance BillWe are meeting, as has been said, in very different circumstances from when the Budget was delivered, but I would say that we are meeting against a background of obedience,…17 Jul 2020HANSARDRoyal Commission on Criminal JusticeMy Lords, there is clearly a large degree of skill in the House of Lords which could contribute to these terms of reference. Since the Minister has said several times that they…15 Jul 2020HANSARDBusiness and Planning BillI have a very short intervention to make. I looked at this set of amendments in conjunction with the previous set. This is a sensible extension of the time limits, in my view, and…14 Jul 2020HANSARDBusiness and Planning BillMy Lords, I want to mention one particular amendment—Amendment 61, in the name of the noble Lord, Lord Hain—and then make some general comments. The planning pipeline problem has…14 Jul 2020HANSARDBusiness and Planning BillMy Lords, I welcomed the Minister’s statement at the beginning. I am glad that she made it then; it has saved a lot of argument, has it not? I have two major points. The first…13 Jul 2020HANSARDBusiness and Planning BillMy Lords, I also intend to speak to Amendments 3 and 11 in my name. This Bill demonstrates exactly why we need to get back to work as a House of Lords. Some 70 Members will speak…13 Jul 2020HANSARDBusiness and Planning BillIn my contribution, and in the previous one, I asked first about the position of unused shops and whether there is a need for the applicant to have and submit the permission of…13 Jul 2020HANSARDBusiness and Planning Bill13 Jul 2020HANSARDBusiness and Planning BillMy Lords, my noble friend the Minister has very effectively dealt with most of the points that I raised. The key thing is that she has confirmed that local authorities can refuse…13 Jul 2020HANSARDBusiness and Planning BillI am indebted to my noble friend Lady Neville-Rolfe for giving me a new description, which I am proud to have, of having reached a more stately stage of life. I plead guilty to…13 Jul 2020HANSARDBusiness and Planning BillI do not agree with my noble friend Lady Noakes: we are not trying to make it more difficult; as I see it, we are trying to get the balance right. I referred in my initial speech…13 Jul 2020HANSARDPort Examination Codes of Practice and National Security Determinations Guidance Regulations 2020My Lords, I too extend my congratulations to the Minister on attracting 24 speakers to her debate on a Friday morning and on presenting it so clearly. I want to make three points.…10 Jul 2020HANSARDGlobal Human Rights Sanctions RegimeMy Lords, can the Minister tell us to what extent the Government consulted with their opposite numbers in the EU in drawing up this list and to what extent they just informed…08 Jul 2020HANSARDHealth Protection (Coronavirus, Wearing of Face Coverings on Public Transport) (England) Regulations 2020My Lords, in the beginning it was very simple: stay at home and save lives. However, as time has gone on, good behaviour fatigue has set in and that is where we are now. First, as…08 Jul 2020HANSARDSocial CareThis policy could lead to literally unlimited costs and a bottomless pit that would make the National Health Service look like a modest outfit. When we devise this policy, we must…08 Jul 2020HANSARDBusiness and Planning BillMy Lords, I begin by saying how strongly I support my noble friend Lord Cormack. Until we get back to a proper House, we are not going to be able to do a proper job. I want to…06 Jul 2020HANSARDHong Kong National Security LegislationMy Lords, I notice that the terms for people from Hong Kong are considerably better than those we are affording to EU citizens, many of whom have lived here for years. Will there…02 Jul 2020