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HANSARDProcedure and Privileges CommitteeI speak often, but not at length. I believe that it is very important indeed that we follow what the Companion says and, to add to what the Senior Deputy Speaker said, that we…28 Nov 2023HANSARDProcedure and Privileges CommitteeMy Lords, the noble Baroness asked a very mischievous question and she knew very well she was doing so. Many of us will welcome the comments in the first report about the length…28 Nov 2023HANSARDMetropolitan Police ReformMy Lords, I revert to a point made by my noble friend Lord Lexdon in his admirable Question. Two Members of your Lordships’ House who are now sadly no longer with us, Lord Brittan…27 Nov 2023HANSARDDestitution: Low Median WageMy Lords, as we advance into winter, will everything possible be done to assist those charities who are doing everything they can to get people off the streets and into proper…23 Nov 2023HANSARDWorkers’ RightsMy Lords, what the noble Earl, Lord Clancarty, said applies particularly to self-employed musicians, which are a neglected section of the community. I invite my noble friend to…23 Nov 2023HANSARDRefugees and Asylum Seekers: Safe RoutesMy Lords, my noble friend has said he will follow up on the question of the noble Lord, Lord Kerr, of a moment or two ago. Would he agree with the noble Lord, Lord Kerr, that that…22 Nov 2023HANSARDIllegal ImmigrationMy Lords, does my noble friend accept that we need a solution that is accepted across the political parties, particularly as there will be a general election within the next 14…20 Nov 2023HANSARDAbortion Clinics: Safe Access ZonesMy Lords, although no one could defend intimidation or harassment, there are those who quietly pray. This came up when we debated the subject earlier in the year, and considerable…20 Nov 2023HANSARDPolicing of Marches and DemonstrationsMy Lords, I revert to the point made by the right reverend Prelate the Bishop of St Albans. It would be a marvellous beginning for the new Home Secretary if he were to call in…13 Nov 2023HANSARDDeath of a Member: Lord JudgeMy Lords, for me, Lord Judge was the personification of patriotism. I saw this in a particular sphere that nobody has touched on. For the last decade or so, he was the chairman of…09 Nov 2023HANSARDOccupied Palestinian Territories: Humanitarian SituationMy Lords, we are all grateful to the Minister for how he is handling this, and he has the admiration of the House. We all have to bear in mind that Hamas has ultimate…09 Nov 2023HANSARDAfghan InterpretersMy Lords, surely the best we have to offer is a safe abode. The noble Baroness, Lady Coussins, indicated the absolute moral responsibility we have for these people, and my noble…18 Oct 2023HANSARDState Pensions: Canada Free Trade AgreementMy Lords, is my noble friend aware that a number of Members of your Lordships’ House have received letters signed by some 25 Canadian Senators? Did he receive such a letter? If he…18 Oct 2023HANSARDGeneral Medical Council: Internal GuidanceI am most grateful. Would my noble friend on the Front Bench take the opportunity to pay tribute to the heroism—I use the word deliberately —of JK Rowling and those like her who…17 Oct 2023HANSARDGeneral Medical Council: Internal GuidanceMy Lords—17 Oct 2023HANSARDWestern Balkans: Dayton Peace AgreementMy Lords, I thank and congratulate my noble friend Lady Helic. We are very fortunate to have her in your Lordships’ House; she knows more about the subjects we are discussing than…17 Oct 2023HANSARDGeneral Medical Council: Internal GuidanceMy Lords—17 Oct 2023HANSARDUkraineMy Lords, it is a pleasure to follow the noble Baroness. She made some extremely perceptive comments, particularly at the end of her speech. I hope the Minister will be able to…21 Sept 2023HANSARDRailway Stations: Ticket Office ClosuresMy Lords, will the figures be published? Does my noble friend the Minister not realise that many of us get the feeling that it has been decided that this is what we want when many…20 Sept 2023HANSARDClimate Change PoliciesMy Lords—20 Sept 2023