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HANSARD80th Anniversary of Victory in Europe and Victory over JapanMy Lords, I join many others in complimenting, first, the Minister on his inspiring opening speech to this debate. I also compliment the right reverend Prelate the Bishop of…09 May 2025HANSARDChildren’s Wellbeing and Schools BillMy Lords, I will focus my comments on Part 1, particularly on areas recommended or inspired by Josh MacAlister MP’s independent review of children’s social care. I was on his…01 May 2025HANSARDChild Rape GangsMy Lords, the weekend’s tragic news of the death of Virginia Giuffre highlights the long-term effects of child sexual abuse. I should declare an interest, as my sister suffered…30 Apr 2025HANSARDUkraine: UK PolicyMy Lords, I thank the noble Lord, Lord Skidelsky, for securing this debate and agree with much of what he said. Stepping back and looking at the last three years of war—in Ukraine…17 Mar 2025HANSARDUK Defence: Hypersonic MissilesTo ask His Majesty’s Government how they plan to defend the United Kingdom against hypersonic missiles.03 Mar 2025 Bills sponsored (5)