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HANSARDPlanning: Net Zero Emissions TargetsMy Lords, we are moving ahead with the future homes standard. I am sure that this takes into account the points that my noble friend raised and that we will be ready, in 2025,…19 Apr 2021HANSARDPlanning: Net Zero Emissions TargetsMy Lords, we believe that the current National Planning Policy Framework is clear on how planning plays an important part, but we will look to ensure that the guidance is…19 Apr 2021HANSARDPlanning: Net Zero Emissions TargetsMy Lords, national planning policy statements are a matter for the relevant Secretary of State, but I would point out that Project Speed is at the moment reviewing national…19 Apr 2021HANSARDPlanning: Net Zero Emissions TargetsMy Lords, we recognise the interdigitation between the national standards and other forms of regulation. That is why we started with the implementation of an interim 2021 Part L…19 Apr 2021HANSARDPlanning: Net Zero Emissions TargetsWe are very serious about the move to a net zero economy and using planning as a vehicle to do that. Further announcements will have to await the review of the consultation that…19 Apr 2021HANSARDPlanning: Net Zero Emissions TargetsMy Lords, the Government recognise the benefits of retrofit ahead of demolition. Reuse and adaption of existing buildings can make an important contribution toward tackling…19 Apr 2021HANSARDPlanning: Net Zero Emissions TargetsMy Lords, it is quite clear that the future home standard is there to provide a floor rather than a ceiling in respect of ambition for local authorities. The Government will set…19 Apr 2021HANSARDPlanning: Net Zero Emissions TargetsMy Lords, we recognise the importance of encouraging retrofit. That is why, as part of the Planning for the Future reforms, we are looking at making it easier to support changes…19 Apr 2021HANSARDPlanning: Net Zero Emissions TargetsMy Lords, we believe that it is possible to build homes, to grow our economy and also to decarbonise. As a nation, we have decarbonised our economy faster than any other G20…19 Apr 2021HANSARDInclusive SocietyMy Lords, I join in the chorus of noble Lords thanking the noble Baroness, Lady Lister of Burtersett, for securing this important debate. We have had a truly insightful and…14 Apr 2021HANSARDGypsies, Travellers and Roma: Racism and DiscriminationNo one should be discriminated against because of their race or ethnicity. It is right that the Equality and Human Rights Commission and Pontins investigate and address this. To…25 Mar 2021HANSARDGypsies, Travellers and Roma: Racism and DiscriminationThe Bill is not the draconian legislation that it is painted as by the noble Baroness. The focus is on people who wilfully break the law, wilfully trespass on property, and…25 Mar 2021HANSARDGypsies, Travellers and Roma: Racism and DiscriminationMy Lords, I point to the £400,000 invested by my department in education and training programmes for over 100 Gypsy, Roma and Traveller children and young people to receive extra…25 Mar 2021HANSARDGypsies, Travellers and Roma: Racism and DiscriminationMy Lords, the Government’s policies to improve site provision are working. There are now 356 transit pitches provided by local authorities and private registered providers. That…25 Mar 2021HANSARDGypsies, Travellers and Roma: Racism and DiscriminationMy Lords, any measures introduced, including those in the Bill, would be undertaken in compliance with equality and human rights legislation.25 Mar 2021HANSARDGypsies, Travellers and Roma: Racism and DiscriminationMy Lords, I am very happy to meet with the noble Lord.25 Mar 2021HANSARDGypsies, Travellers and Roma: Racism and DiscriminationMy Lords, Part 4 of the Bill essentially seeks to make something that is a civil offence into a criminal offence. It is based on a similar change in law undertaken in the Republic…25 Mar 2021HANSARDGypsies, Travellers and Roma: Racism and DiscriminationI note the points around that consultation, but 66% of local authorities that responded to the 2019 consultation were in favour of introducing a new criminal offence for those who…25 Mar 2021HANSARDGypsies, Travellers and Roma: Racism and DiscriminationI wrote to local authorities emphasising the need to take a negotiated, stopping-model approach, which has been taken up by a number of local authorities during the pandemic. I…25 Mar 2021HANSARDGypsies, Travellers and Roma: Racism and DiscriminationMy Lords, I am happy to give that assurance to my noble friend.25 Mar 2021