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HANSARDClimate Change: Wildfire Strategy and Action PlanMy Lords, outdoor fires, especially wildfires, are expected by many academics to increase in frequency and impact, predominantly driven by climate change. The Home Office, as the…08 May 2025HANSARDClimate Change: Wildfire Strategy and Action PlanMy Lords, the noble Earl made an interesting point and spoke about the ingredients that contribute to wildfires. On his request to check with Natural England, I will go back and…08 May 2025HANSARDClimate Change: Wildfire Strategy and Action PlanMy noble friend is right to highlight that wildfire is a devolved issue. The national resilience wildfire adviser covers the whole United Kingdom. My department has a very strong…08 May 2025HANSARDClimate Change: Wildfire Strategy and Action PlanThe noble Earl made an important point. I highlight that the responsibility for land management policies sits with my colleagues in Defra. I understand there are a number of…08 May 2025HANSARDClimate Change: Wildfire Strategy and Action PlanThe noble Baroness is right. I have said before about climate change. I understand the Met Office predicts that the UK will experience more frequent and intense weather extremes.…08 May 2025HANSARDClimate Change: Wildfire Strategy and Action PlanMy Lords, my thoughts are with the people affected by the fire in Derbyshire. The noble Lord makes a strong argument, and I will take that away with me to reflect upon.08 May 2025HANSARDClimate Change: Wildfire Strategy and Action PlanMy Lords, the Government understand this issue. Officials have undertaken extensive consultation with stakeholders to consider current challenges and policy options, host…08 May 2025HANSARDClimate Change: Wildfire Strategy and Action PlanI absolutely agree with my noble friend. I praise all those brave people for serving our country by dealing with fire and rescue. I will make a particular point about resourcing:…08 May 2025HANSARDClimate Change: Wildfire Strategy and Action PlanMy Lords, the noble Baroness makes a really important point. As I said previously, fire functions have been transferred from the Home Office to my department. I will work very…08 May 2025HANSARDNon-Domestic Rating (Multipliers and Private Schools) BillMy Lords, in moving Motion A, I will also speak to Motions B to F. Motions A to D and Motion F ask noble Lords not to insist on their Amendments 1B, 2B, 7B, 8B and 15B to 15E. The…01 Apr 2025HANSARDNon-Domestic Rating (Multipliers and Private Schools) BillThat this House do not insist on its Amendment 1B, to which the Commons have disagreed for their Reason 1C.01 Apr 2025HANSARDNon-Domestic Rating (Multipliers and Private Schools) BillThat this House do not insist on its Amendment 7B, to which the Commons have disagreed for their Reason 7C.01 Apr 2025HANSARDNon-Domestic Rating (Multipliers and Private Schools) BillThat this House do not insist on its Amendment 13B, to which the Commons have disagreed for their Reason 13C.01 Apr 2025HANSARDNon-Domestic Rating (Multipliers and Private Schools) BillThat this House do not insist on its Amendment 2B, to which the Commons have disagreed for their Reason 2C.01 Apr 2025HANSARDNon-Domestic Rating (Multipliers and Private Schools) BillThat this House do not insist on its Amendments 15B, 15C, 15D and 15E, to which the Commons have disagreed for their Reason 15F.01 Apr 2025HANSARDNon-Domestic Rating (Multipliers and Private Schools) BillMy Lords, I thank all noble Lords who took part in this short debate, as well as all those who have dedicated their time and efforts to scrutinising this Bill. I am especially…01 Apr 2025HANSARDNon-Domestic Rating (Multipliers and Private Schools) BillThat this House do not insist on its Amendment 8B, to which the Commons have disagreed for their Reason 8C.01 Apr 2025HANSARDHolocaust Memorial BillMy Lords, I can talk only about how the inspector, in his decision, has taken different views—opposing and supporting views—and has taken evidence from Historic England.27 Mar 2025HANSARDHolocaust Memorial BillI am sure I did not say, “Rely on us on the night”, but I did say that the Select Committee itself acknowledged that the work on the restoration and renewal programme will not…27 Mar 2025HANSARDHolocaust Memorial BillMy Lords, I will have to come back in particular detail on the noble Baroness’s specific question. If she is asking whether the Government are talking to the DCMS, I say that of…27 Mar 2025