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HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMy Lords, I am very grateful to Members who have spoken in support of this Motion. I have listened carefully to the Minister, but I am afraid I do not accept his argument. I…22 Apr 2026HANSARDImmigration and Asylum (Provision of Accommodation to Failed Asylum-Seekers) (Amendment) Regulations 2026My Lords, the noble Baroness, Lady Bennett of Manor Castle, is in a very perceptive mood today. Yes, indeed, in a rare turn of events, I find myself in agreement with most of what…21 Apr 2026HANSARDCriminal Justice (International Co-operation) Act 1990 (Amendment) Order 2026My Lords, I thank the Minister for setting out these two draft instruments, which together update the framework governing drug precursor chemicals. On these Benches, we support…21 Apr 2026HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMy Lords, I thank the noble Baroness, Lady Doocey, for returning with her amendment. I understand the Government are offering to include alternative interventions in youth…16 Apr 2026HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMy Lords, fly-tipping is a scourge on our society. We on these Benches recognise it, the public recognises it and landowners recognise it. We consider that the addition of vehicle…16 Apr 2026HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMy Lords, I thank my noble friends Lady Owen and Lady Bertin, on behalf of all noble Lords on the Conservative Benches, for their sustained efforts on these important issues.…16 Apr 2026HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMy Lords, I thank my noble friend Lord Young of Acton for returning to the important issue of NCHIs. Our position as a party has not changed. With 60,000 annual police hours and a…16 Apr 2026HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMoved by leave out from “House” to end and insert “do insist on its Amendment 11.”16 Apr 2026HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMy Lords, I beg to move and test the opinion of the House.16 Apr 2026HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMy Lords, Motions C, D and E relate to the several amendments on fly-tipping the Conservatives tabled on Report. I thank the Government for their amendment on points on licences…16 Apr 2026HANSARDCrime and Policing BillAt end insert “, and do propose Amendment 339B in lieu—16 Apr 2026HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMotion X1 is consequential.16 Apr 2026HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMy Lords, I listened very carefully to what the Minister had to say about the intelligence that the Government have, but I think the evidence has been very clear, on our news…16 Apr 2026HANSARDCrime and Policing BillLeave out from “House” to end and insert “do insist on its Amendment 359.”16 Apr 2026HANSARDCrime and Policing BillLeave out from “House” to end and insert “do insist on its Amendment 439.”16 Apr 2026HANSARDSouthport Inquiry: Prevent ProgrammeMy Lords, we touched on a number of issues yesterday during the Government’s Statement on the dreadful events at Southport, including the Mental Health Act. This was of course…16 Apr 2026HANSARDSouthport InquiryMy Lords, I thank the Minister for today’s Statement. There are many things to learn but our foremost concern must be with the victims and their families. This report is littered…15 Apr 2026HANSARDKnife CrimeMy Lords, we meet at a time when too many people in this country still feel less safe in their streets and less confident in the criminal justice system. We know the threat of…15 Apr 2026HANSARDStatement of Changes in Immigration RulesMy Lords, I thank the noble Lords, Lord German and Lord Dubs, for bringing forward these regret Motions. Both Motions relate to issues that concern the effectiveness and fairness…14 Apr 2026HANSARDChild Poverty and Homelessness: Asylum and Settlement PoliciesMy Lords, homelessness in London has increased by 63% over the last decade—a rise largely driven by an influx of illegal immigrants, who themselves have seen a fivefold rise in…14 Apr 2026