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HANSARDAI Regulation BillMy Lords, I declare my interests as deputy chairman of the Telegraph Media Group and chairman of the News Media Association. The vast, unaccountable technology companies would…04 Jun 2026HANSARDKing’s SpeechMy Lords, I welcome the emphasis in the gracious Speech on renewing public services, modernising the NHS and supporting long-term economic security. They are the right ambitions,…20 May 2026HANSARDUK Streaming and Cinema SectorTo ask His Majesty’s Government what assessment they have made of recent developments in the UK’s streaming and cinema sector, in particular the impact of the bid by Netflix to…02 Mar 2026HANSARDUK Streaming and Cinema SectorMy Lords, in begging leave to ask the Question standing in my name on the Order Paper, I declare my interest as deputy chairman of the Telegraph Media Group.02 Mar 2026HANSARDUK Streaming and Cinema SectorMy Lords, noble Lords will be aware that on Friday, Netflix, doubtless terrified of the prospect of this Oral Question and the ferocious scrutiny of your Lordships’ House,…02 Mar 2026HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMy Lords, I shall speak to Amendment 390 in my name, to which my noble friend Lord Blencathra has added his own. He is an exceptional champion of animal welfare and it is an…02 Mar 2026HANSARDEnglish Devolution and Community Empowerment BillMy Lords, I support Amendment 202 in the name of my noble friend Lord Parkinson, to which I have added my name. I apologise that I was unable to take part in the Second Reading…11 Feb 2026HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMy Lords, I oppose Clauses 152 to 155 standing part of the Bill. I declare my interests as deputy chairman of the Telegraph Media Group and chairman of the News Media Association.…22 Jan 2026HANSARDCrime and Policing BillI thank the Minister very much for her comments and the offer to meet. I suspect she is involved in a large number of meetings at the moment, and we will try not to add too much…22 Jan 2026HANSARDBroadcasting: Recent DevelopmentsMy Lords, I too pay tribute to the noble Lord, Lord Fowler, for securing this debate and for his passionate commitment to UK broadcasting. I declare my interest as deputy chairman…08 Jan 2026HANSARDCrime and Policing Bill09 Dec 2025HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMy Lords, Amendment 316 stands in my name and those of the noble Lords, Lord Goddard of Stockport and Lord Trees, and the noble Baroness, Lady Coffey. They are all passionate…09 Dec 2025HANSARDCrime and Policing BillI am very grateful to all noble Lords who have taken part in this debate. It is always good to move an amendment when there is a unanimity of view across the Committee; it does…09 Dec 2025HANSARDWelfare of Domestic AnimalsTo ask His Majesty’s Government what plans they have to promote the welfare of domestic animals, including prohibiting the use of electric shock collars.04 Dec 2025HANSARDWelfare of Domestic AnimalsI know the noble Baroness will agree that the use of electronic shock collars on cats and dogs is cruel and unnecessary, causing pain, fear and stress in animals we should be…04 Dec 2025HANSARDAIDSMy Lords, on World AIDS Day, would the noble Baroness join me in paying tribute to all those worldwide who care for people with HIV, who often have very complex health needs?…01 Dec 2025HANSARDHIV: Testing and Medical CareTo ask His Majesty’s Government what action they are taking to increase HIV testing rates; and whether they will establish and invest in a programme to engage with the estimated…20 Oct 2025HANSARDHIV: Testing and Medical CareMy Lords, I beg leave to ask the Question standing in my name on the Order Paper and I declare my interest as a patron of the Terrence Higgins Trust.20 Oct 2025HANSARDHIV: Testing and Medical CareMy Lords, while progress is greatly welcome—I applaud the Government’s efforts and commitment in this area—does the Minister agree that, unless we move much more quickly, we have…20 Oct 2025HANSARDFracture Liaison ServicesTo ask His Majesty’s Government what progress they have made towards establishing fracture liaison services across England, and what plans they have to meet their commitment to…16 Oct 2025