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HANSARDSentencing Review and Prison CapacityMy Lords, with sentencing of female offenders, much is made of their vulnerability, their adverse childhood experiences and revictimisation as adults. Judges are increasingly…23 Oct 2024HANSARDSupport for Infants and Parents etc (Information) Bill [HL]My Lords, I understand that no amendments have been set down to this Bill and that no noble Lord has indicated a wish to move a manuscript amendment or to speak in Committee.…22 Oct 2024HANSARDSupport for Infants and Parents etc (Information) Bill [HL]That the order of commitment be discharged.22 Oct 2024HANSARDPrisoners: Early Release SchemeMy Lords, what help is being offered to families who experience difficulties when a prisoner returns home earlier than expected? Is the Minister familiar with the prison-based…21 Oct 2024HANSARDPrison CapacitiesMy Lords, successful rehabilitation reduces pressure on prison places. My two reviews for the Ministry of Justice, which it continues to implement with dedication and enthusiasm,…12 Sept 2024HANSARDWhitehall: Prioritising PerformanceTo ask His Majesty’s Government what assessment they have made of the report, Making the grade: Prioritising performance in Whitehall , published by Reform on 1 May; and what…10 Sept 2024HANSARDWhitehall: Prioritising PerformanceMy Lords, I thank the Minister for that encouraging reply. Reform emphasises the need for greater cognitive diversity in the Civil Service and a clear route for public…10 Sept 2024HANSARDSupport for Infants and Parents etc (Information) Bill [HL]My Lords, I should start by welcoming my right honourable friend Dame Andrea Leadsom. I was not aware that she was on the steps of the Throne, and I welcome her here today to hear…06 Sept 2024HANSARDSupport for Infants and Parents etc (Information) Bill [HL]My Lords, a vast amount of evidence unambiguously points to how critical the first 1,001 days of life, from conception to age two, are to the health, well-being and opportunities…06 Sept 2024HANSARDSupport for Infants and Parents etc (Information) Bill [HL]That the Bill be now read a second time.06 Sept 2024HANSARDSupport for Infants and Parents etc (Information) Bill [HL]My Lords, I declare my interest as a guarantor of FHN Holding, the not-for-profit owner of The Family Hubs Network Ltd.26 Jul 2024HANSARDSchools: Mental Health and Poor AttendanceMy Lords, schools are called the fourth emergency service by the Association of School and College Leaders. They often help parents with benefit applications and mental health…24 Jul 2024HANSARDKing’s SpeechMy Lords, I warmly welcome the noble Lord, Lord Timpson, to his new role. Frankly, when I heard of the appointment, I was shocked—and delighted, actually. I thought, “Well, this…24 Jul 2024HANSARDRelationships, Sex and Health Education: Statutory GuidanceMy Lords, I welcome the Government’s statutory guidance. How will this guidance be enforced, especially the requirement to stop teaching the contested subject of gender identity,…16 May 2024HANSARDCare Leavers: Universal CreditMy Lords, we have been talking about universal credit, but international research shows that stable relationships are essential to care leavers’ resilience. They enable them to…13 May 2024HANSARDRural CrimeMy Lords, Julia Mulligan, our very good North Yorkshire police and crime commissioner, brought out a report five years ago about the wide gap in support between rural and urban…09 May 2024HANSARDPrisons: Foreign National OffendersMy Lords, it is a privilege to follow the noble Lord, Lord McNally, who is experienced on this subject. I congratulate my noble friend Lord Jackson on securing this important and…25 Apr 2024HANSARDCovid-19 Vaccination: Coronary DiseaseTo ask His Majesty’s Government what assessment they have made of the connection between COVID-19 vaccination and increased prevalence of coronary disease.23 Apr 2024HANSARDCovid-19 Vaccination: Coronary DiseaseI thank the Minister for his reply. A considerable number of cardiologists, other medical practitioners and scientists have raised concerns about a link, especially among younger…23 Apr 2024HANSARDParents: SeparationMy Lords, I thank all noble Lords contributing to what I consider an important debate this evening. I will not soft-pedal why we are discussing these issues: parental separation…22 Apr 2024