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HANSARDCounter-Terrorism and Sentencing BillMy Lords, the purpose of the amendment was to reflect the approach adopted across England and Wales, and Northern Ireland. The “waterfall” approach means that courts can impose…26 Jan 2021HANSARDCounter-Terrorism and Sentencing BillMy Lords, I shall speak also to Amendment 9 in this group. Both are minor technical amendments to Clause 23. Amendment 8 would make a minor amendment to Clause 23, which…26 Jan 2021HANSARDCounter-Terrorism and Sentencing BillMy Lords, it is a privilege to stand and answer points made by the noble Lords who have spoken. I first acknowledge their great experience and wisdom in the field, and the evident…26 Jan 2021HANSARDCounter-Terrorism and Sentencing BillWill the noble Baroness confirm that she is referring to the probation service?26 Jan 2021HANSARDCounter-Terrorism and Sentencing BillIf I may, I will respond to the noble Baroness’s question in writing.26 Jan 2021HANSARDCounter-Terrorism and Sentencing Bill26 Jan 2021HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Defamation Act 2013My Lords, I respectfully echo my noble friend’s views on the benefits flowing from the legislation to which he refers. I remind the House that, under the Sewel convention,…11 Jan 2021HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Defamation Act 2013My Lords, freedom of expression and the ability to hold Ministers to account on matters of public interest are of course of the greatest importance, and I am sure that the…11 Jan 2021HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Defamation Act 2013In my view, my Lords, commitment to the union is not best expressed by railroading the devolved Assembly into a particular course of action.11 Jan 2021HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Defamation Act 2013My Lords, as I say, the matter is a priority for the Northern Ireland Assembly. There are discussions between it and the UK Government, albeit that I am not aware of their…11 Jan 2021HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Defamation Act 2013My Lords, the noble Lord makes useful points in relation to the benefits flowing from this statute. I repeat my previous answer that the law of defamation is a devolved matter for…11 Jan 2021HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Defamation Act 2013My Lords, in relation to the matters raised by my noble and learned friend, although extension of the provisions of the Defamation Act 2013 might be desirable, existing common law…11 Jan 2021HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Defamation Act 2013My Lords, the noble Baroness has, to a certain extent, been answered by my answer to my noble friend Lord Lexden. Work on the matter recommenced as of February 2020. As to the…11 Jan 2021HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Defamation Act 2013My Lords, no recent discussions have taken place on this issue. The civil law of defamation is a devolved issue and the development of the law in this area is a matter for the…11 Jan 2021HANSARDDivorceI am obliged to my noble friend Lord Courtown.06 Jan 2021HANSARDDivorceI am very sorry; may I ask the noble and learned Baroness to repeat the question? I am trying to communicate by telephone, and it is not particularly easy.06 Jan 2021HANSARDDivorceMy Lords, the noble Lord is correct to identify the family hubs as a principal part of the Government’s intention to join up government family support as part of the backdrop to…06 Jan 2021HANSARDDivorceMy Lords, I do not accept the noble Baroness’s characterisation of the situation as one in which we are heading for disaster. The situation is no doubt complex, and we are aware…06 Jan 2021HANSARDDivorce[ Inaudible ]—enormous pressure. Despite this unprecedented challenge, I can reassure the House that the whole system has worked together to prioritise support for the most…06 Jan 2021HANSARDDivorceThe question covers some of the ground posed by an earlier question but I am happy to answer it. Approximately £3.5 million of additional funding has assisted Cafcass in…06 Jan 2021