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HANSARDTerrorism (Protection of Premises) BillI am very grateful to the noble Lord, who I respect very much as a lawyer. To say that this applies strict liability is, with respect, completely wrong, is it not? All strict…12 Feb 2025HANSARDTerrorism (Protection of Premises) BillMy Lords, I will speak briefly on Amendment 24B to Clause 11, in the name of the noble Lord, Lord Sandhurst. Clause 11 requires determinations by a tribunal to be made on a…10 Feb 2025HANSARDTerrorism (Protection of Premises) BillI am grateful to the Minister, and for his assurance. Of course, I was aware of the substantial sum of money that is being given to the SIA to enable it to carry out these…10 Feb 2025HANSARDTerrorism (Protection of Premises) BillMy Lords, the noble Lord, Lord Murray, has been very careful in the drafting of this amendment and I respect the work he has done, although, like the noble Baroness, I do not…10 Feb 2025HANSARDTerrorism (Protection of Premises) BillOn 16 September 2016—I think I have the date correct—the noble Lord made a very strong statement in which he condemned the layers of bureaucracy and regulation in the European…10 Feb 2025HANSARDTerrorism (Protection of Premises) BillIf the noble Baroness had waited until the end of my next sentence, I would have answered her question. I recognise that we have to set some number. It was suggested that there…03 Feb 2025HANSARDTerrorism (Protection of Premises) BillMy Lords, not for the first time in a debate on terrorism in your Lordships’ House, I have to say that I do not want to be the person who in a few years’ time says, “I told you…03 Feb 2025HANSARDTerrorism (Protection of Premises) BillI understand and accept what the noble Baroness was attempting, but Clause 5(2) refers to “if an act of terrorism were to occur on the premises, at the event or in the immediate…03 Feb 2025HANSARDTerrorism (Protection of Premises) BillMy Lords, I will deal with Amendments 3 and 20; I do not wish to say anything about Amendment 2. So far as Amendment 3 is concerned, I am sure we have all attended many events…03 Feb 2025HANSARDTerrorism (Protection of Premises) BillMy Lords, I absolutely agree with the noble Lord in the desires that he expressed, but in my view those desires are not assisted by this amendment. It is otiose and tautological…03 Feb 2025HANSARDMental Health Treatment: Waiting TimesDoes the Minister agree that the long delays experienced by released prisoners in accessing necessary mental health care simply oil the revolving door of their return to prison?…03 Feb 2025HANSARDExtremism ReviewDoes the Minister agree that Ministers have a perfect right to reject documents that are placed before them, wherever they come from, and that this is not a matter for…29 Jan 2025HANSARDDrones: High-security PrisonsMy Lords, does the noble Lord agree that the focus for prisoners should be on not taking drugs when they come out of prison? Does he agree that there is still a gap in making sure…15 Jan 2025HANSARDTerrorism (Protection of Premises) BillMy Lords, having spent just over half of my life in one or other House of this Parliament, I regret that I have become more resistant than I should be to campaigns. But I am proud…07 Jan 2025HANSARDFloodingDoes the Minister agree that the insurance industry is guilty of egregious delays in paying legitimate claims, and that this is a significant issue that is leading to people who…07 Jan 2025HANSARDNational Policy Planning Framework: HousingMy Lords, in my time as leader of the Welsh Liberal Party I had the advantage of a close relationship with and enormous support from the late Baroness Randerson. I was shocked to…06 Jan 2025HANSARDHezbollah: Threat to the United KingdomMy Lords, I thank the noble Lord, Lord Godson, for his inspiration in having this debate and for his searching speech. We look forward to the Minister’s answers. I would like to…05 Nov 2024HANSARDUkraineMy Lords, I echo the many congratulations to the noble Lord, Lord Spellar. He has always been wise and brave. That will be much appreciated in your Lordships’ House. I will refer…25 Oct 2024HANSARDUkraineBefore the Minister finishes his excellent speech, will he tell us the Government’s policy on allowing long-range missiles for strikes further inside Russia?25 Oct 2024HANSARDPrisoners: Early Release SchemeMy Lords, given the number of prisoners who become dependent on drugs before, during or after leaving prison, what steps will the Government take to ensure that better treatment,…21 Oct 2024