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HANSARDNet-zero Emissions Target: AffordabilityMy Lords, the road to net zero is indeed the growth story of the 21st century. The noble Lord, Lord Teverson, rightly reminded us that that was the conclusion of Chris Skidmore’s…03 Apr 2025HANSARDFootball Governance Bill [HL]My Lords, I rise as a supporter of AFC Wimbledon, a noble club, the great romantic story of the 20th century in British football—a club that was stolen, and a club that restarted…17 Mar 2025HANSARDKing’s SpeechMy Lords, the Government’s backsliding on climate action is a deeply damaging mistake, damaging for the UK, the world and the future of us all. It is a mistake founded on a whole…13 Nov 2023HANSARDOil and Gas Windfall TaxMy Lords, does the Minister recognise that the Paris Agreement implies the use of much less oil and gas in the 2030s than now? Therefore, issuing permits for exploration that…19 Jul 2023HANSARDEuropean Union (Withdrawal) (No. 5) BillMy Lords, we need the protection provided by the Bill because the potential losses from a no-deal Brexit are so grave. I will not repeat what the House has heard many times about…04 Apr 2019HANSARDWorld Bank: Selection Process for PresidentTo ask Her Majesty’s Government whether they can confirm that nomination by the government of the United States does not constitute grounds for giving a candidate special priority…28 Feb 2019HANSARDWorld Bank: Selection Process for PresidentMy Lords, I thank the Minister for his reply. The perpetuation of the de facto monopoly by the USA and Europe of the positions at the head of the IMF and the World Bank undermines…28 Feb 2019HANSARDWorld Bank: Selection Process for PresidentThis is important. Thirdly, when the tenure of Christine Lagarde, who has done an outstanding job as head of the IMF, comes to an end, will the Minister state clearly and strongly…28 Feb 2019HANSARDBrexit: Withdrawal Agreement and Political DeclarationMy Lords, I have spoken before in this House on the economics of Brexit, but in many ways the political arguments are still more important. My father, a refugee from Hitler’s…14 Jan 2019