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HANSARDUniversities: RacismMy Lords, following the question of the noble Lord, Lord Morgan, will the Minister make inquiries to establish whether the guidance the noble Lord referred to is still in place…10 Jul 2019HANSARDIndependent Inquiry into Child Sexual AbuseDoes the new guidance mean that never again will a police officer pronounce, having talked to a complainant, that his evidence was credible and true?04 Jul 2019HANSARDSexual Offences: AnonymityMy Lords, does not this petition bring home to us all the misery and distress endured not just by well-known figures but by scores of innocent men and women up and down our…03 Jul 2019HANSARDSexual Offences: AnonymityTo ask Her Majesty’s Government what assessment they have made of the petition calling for anonymity for those accused of sexual offences until charged.03 Jul 2019HANSARDHomophobic AttacksMy Lords, do the courts need any stronger powers in punishing homophobic crimes?26 Jun 2019HANSARDAnimal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (England) (Amendment) Regulations 2019My Lords, perhaps I may comment very briefly. First, I commend these regulations, along with the deep personal commitment that my noble friend has always shown to improving the…25 Jun 2019HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Inter-party TalksTo ask Her Majesty’s Government what progress has been made in the inter-party talks in Northern Ireland.20 Jun 2019HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Inter-party TalksIs it not the case that none of the parties in Northern Ireland is, at the moment, expressing optimism about the talks? A few days ago, the leader of the Ulster Unionist Party…20 Jun 2019HANSARDAsylum SeekersHave the Government not committed to publishing annual data on the number of asylum claims based on sexual orientation? If they have, when will annual publication begin?10 Jun 2019HANSARDChildcareIs my noble friend able to update the House on the progress of the scheme supported by the Government through which children in care can secure places in state and independent…06 Jun 2019HANSARDD-day: 75th AnniversaryMy Lords, how fortunate we are that my noble friend Lord Reay chose to make his maiden speech in this debate so that he could remind us of the wonderful exploits of his…04 Jun 2019HANSARDJustice and Security (Northern Ireland) Act 2007 (Extension of duration of non-jury trial provisions) Order 2019My Lords, the need for this order arises from continuing paramilitary activity in Northern Ireland. First, could my noble friend comment on the work being done by the Independent…04 Jun 2019HANSARDArrangement of BusinessMy Lords, if there is a Division in the House, the Committee will adjourn for 10 minutes. Perhaps I may be allowed to say that that seems unlikely.14 May 2019HANSARDSchool Exclusion: Timpson ReviewWill greater support and guidance be available to the parents of children excluded or in danger of being excluded under the initiatives that are to follow the Timpson review? Does…07 May 2019HANSARDPolice and Crime CommissionersMy Lords, first, I thank those noble Lords who have made time to speak in this debate, which was arranged at rather short notice. I think we have all made clear our deep interest…29 Apr 2019HANSARDPolice and Crime CommissionersTo ask Her Majesty’s Government whether they plan to establish a review of the role and responsibilities of Police and Crime Commissioners.29 Apr 2019HANSARDNorthern Ireland UpdateMy noble friend made reference to the end of the year for the completion of discussions. Did we not have a deadline at the end of August? Secondly, time and again my noble friend…29 Apr 2019HANSARDRailways: Midland Main LineWill careful consideration be given to heating on the trains to Sheffield, for the sake of passengers who do not wear ties?25 Apr 2019HANSARDRailways: Midland Main LineShould we not also wish our excellent new Transport Minister well as she prepares to familiarise herself more fully with London’s road network by taking part in the marathon?25 Apr 2019HANSARDBrunei: Anti-LGBT LawsTo ask Her Majesty’s Government what action they are taking in response to the government of Brunei’s introduction of anti-LGBT laws.11 Apr 2019