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HANSARDIndependent Chief Inspector of Borders and Immigration: Site VisitsTo ask Her Majesty’s Government what assessment they have made of the findings of the Independent Chief Inspector of Borders and Immigration’s site visits (1) to Penally camp, and…16 Mar 2021HANSARDAnti-slavery Projects: CommonwealthNothing causes more slavery in its consequences than war. One thing we can do is to try to reduce the armaments sold to nations that will then go on to slaughter one another. We…04 Mar 2021HANSARDYnys Môn: EconomyWill the Minister agree with me that what is happening to Holyhead as a port is a very threatening thing indeed? There was no preparation when we were leaving the European Union…02 Mar 2021HANSARDUnited States: Diplomatic RelationsIt is a special pleasure today to greet the House and say, “Have a very happy St David’s Day”, not only because of the rugby result but because we are discussing American…01 Mar 2021HANSARDPolitical Parties: Expenditure LimitsMy Lords, why is £12,000 per constituency with an average of 70,000 electors not sufficient? Why is more money needed? What is it going to be spent on—or is it just that inflation…22 Feb 2021HANSARDRefugees: Napier Barracks[ Inaudible ]—accommodation is entirely adequate. Since then, over 100 of these people—[ Inaudible .]11 Feb 2021HANSARDTown and Country Planning (Border Facilities and Infrastructure) (EU Exit) (England) Special Development Order 2020 (SI 2020/928)My Lords, 80% of heavy goods vehicles from the Republic of Ireland use ports in Wales—Pembroke Dock, Fishguard or Holyhead, with the vast majority using Holyhead. With Brexit, big…11 Feb 2021HANSARDCovid-19: Over-75sI declare a personal interest in this question. One thing that has really helped to keep elderly people informed has been broadcasts, which they have accessed through the free TV…09 Feb 2021HANSARDEU-UK Joint Political Declaration on Asylum and ReturnsMy Lords, the agreement between the European Union and ourselves says that the UK’s intention is “to engage in bilateral discussion” with the member states most concerned. That is…28 Jan 2021HANSARDHousebuildingWhile I welcome what has been done, does the Minister agree that we need something on a much larger scale—a Beveridge-scale programme for new affordable housing? That would…26 Jan 2021HANSARDHousebuildingTo ask Her Majesty’s Government what plans they have to increase the number of houses being built.26 Jan 2021HANSARDCovid-19: Early Years Sector[ Inaudible. ]20 Jan 2021HANSARDCovid-19: Early Years Sector[ Inaudible. ]20 Jan 2021HANSARDCovid-19: Vaccine TrialsAll I ask is for an assurance from the Minister that, when this is over, those on the front line who have been so devoted to us will be allowed to stay in the United Kingdom and…13 Jan 2021HANSARDCovid-19: Vaccine TrialsI welcome this Question, because it shows how we are all in this together, without regard to nationality, ethnic group or blood group. The Prime Minister said that the two nurses…13 Jan 2021HANSARDCovid-19: VaccineMy Lords, this virus is unchartered hostile territory and we can but rely on the best scientific advice. Some will say that delaying the second jab might even be advantageous and…12 Jan 2021HANSARDReligious Groups: Financial SupportAt the end of this pandemic, whenever it is, many ordinary chapels and churches will be in difficulties, just like the major churches. In many places, those that have been closed…06 Jan 2021HANSARDCovid-19: Impact of No-deal Brexit on Vaccine SuppliesThe arrival last week of the vaccine from Belgium was greeted with great joy in the UK. We know also, for instance, that 98% of our consignments of insulin come from Germany and…16 Dec 2020HANSARDPublic Service Broadcasting OnlineWill the Minister give an assurance that the Welsh language channel S4C will be defended? We depend on the licence fee and are supported by up to £70 million a year in that way.…09 Dec 2020HANSARDScheduled Mass Deportation: JamaicaMy Lords, 50% of decisions on immigration matters have been overturned on appeal. What can we do to restore confidence in decisions taken by the Home Office, and how can we make…01 Dec 2020