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423 recent contributions in Hansard
HANSARDGambling Commission: DataTo ask Her Majesty’s Government what steps they are taking to ensure that gambling operators provide high quality and accurate data for use by the Gambling Commission.20 Oct 2021HANSARDGambling-related HarmsMy Lords, I refer to my interests as set out in the register. I congratulate the right reverend Prelate not only on securing this debate but on his very powerful speech. The…14 Oct 2021HANSARDUK Fashion IndustryMy Lords, I too congratulate the Minister on his appointment. He will be well aware that the Government are currently considering introducing an international rather than a…13 Oct 2021HANSARDArmed Forces: Gambling DisordersMy Lords, internationally the evidence is very clear that gambling problems are greater among military veterans than they are among the general population yet, as we have heard,…13 Sept 2021HANSARDFootball Grounds: Safe StandingMy Lords, safe standing is already working very successfully all around the world, including in Scotland. However, the Minister will be aware that there are many different forms…08 Sept 2021HANSARDMinimum Energy Performance of Buildings Bill [HL]I draw attention to my entry in the register.20 Jul 2021HANSARDNational LotteryMy Lords, research shows that replacing lottery duty with gross profit tax could, over a 10-year period, lead to more than £6 billion extra for good causes and the Treasury. The…14 Jul 2021HANSARDGambling ReformMy Lords, I declare my interest as chair of Peers for Gambling Reform. The NERA report shows that measures to reduce gambling harm, such as banning gambling sponsorship of…29 Jun 2021HANSARDFree Trade Agreement Negotiations: AustraliaMy Lords, I think I welcome the Minister’s comment that the House will have the opportunity to fully scrutinise the text of the agreement, which will be presented after signature,…24 Jun 2021HANSARDTourismMy Lords, I thank the noble Lord, Lord Haskel, for promoting the area of Suffolk where I have the great pleasure to live. He will recognise that it has been badly hit during the…24 Jun 2021HANSARDQueen’s SpeechMy Lords, I too congratulate the noble Baroness, Lady Fullbrook, on her maiden speech, and I refer to my interests in the register. As other noble Lords have said, the draft…18 May 2021HANSARDTurkey: Free Trade AgreementMy Lords, I, too, serve on the committee and pay tribute to our excellent chairman. I also thank the Minister for his constructive engagement with the committee and my noble…27 Apr 2021HANSARDGambling: Early MortalityMy Lords, only 3% of problem gamblers currently receive treatment. The planned new gambling clinics will help, but far more is needed. Given that one gambling company owner earned…20 Apr 2021HANSARDFinancial Services BillMy Lords, I refer to my interests as set out in the register. We have heard some very powerful cases for other amendments in this group, but I will confine my remarks to…14 Apr 2021HANSARDAudiovisual Media Services (Amendment) Regulations 2021My Lords, last November, when we debated the earlier SI, I welcomed it but raised a number of concerns. Frankly, today’s extra-technical fixes do not allay those concerns. A…13 Apr 2021HANSARDOffice of Communications: ChairMy Lords, I thank the Minister for that reply. Given that one of the most important functions of Ofcom is to uphold the broadcasting impartiality regime which lies at the heart of…18 Mar 2021HANSARDOffice of Communications: ChairTo ask Her Majesty’s Government what plans they have to appoint a new Chair of the Office of Communications.18 Mar 2021HANSARDHauliersMy Lords, much concern has been expressed about the post-Brexit problems faced by creative groups such as orchestras and theatre companies wishing to tour in Europe. In addition…04 Mar 2021HANSARDOnline Gambling: Stake LimitsTo ask Her Majesty’s Government, further to the announcement by the Gambling Commission on 2 February of new protections and controls for those who gamble through online slots…09 Feb 2021HANSARDOnline Gambling: Stake LimitsMy Lords, I thank the Minister for her response but I was concerned by the Government’s apparent complacency. Only last week, shocking research by Oxford University revealed the…09 Feb 2021