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HANSARDVAT Retail Export SchemeMy Lords, when the UK withdraws the VAT retail export scheme, we will become the only country in Europe not to offer tax-free shopping to international visitors. The Government…20 Oct 2020HANSARDPublic Health Restrictions: Government Economic SupportMy Lords, it was disappointing that the Chancellor once again sent his deputy to respond to this important Urgent Question. The Chief Secretary was either unable or unwilling to…15 Oct 2020HANSARDCoronavirus Job Retention Scheme: BAME CommunitiesMy Lords, throughout the pandemic, black, Asian and minority-ethnic people have died at a higher rate. The Institute for Public Policy Research has suggested that by June, 13% of…12 Oct 2020HANSARDDebt Respite Scheme (Breathing Space Moratorium and Mental Health Crisis Moratorium) (England and Wales) Regulations 2020My Lords, as ever, I am grateful to the Minister for introducing these important regulations and to all noble Lords who have taken part in the debate. It is a good illustration of…06 Oct 2020HANSARDNet Zero ReviewMy Lords, in the Net Zero Review terms of reference, part 2, “Objectives”, begins: “To consider how the transition to net zero will be funded and assess options for where the…01 Oct 2020HANSARDEconomyMy Lords, I am grateful for the chance to respond to this Statement. The timing, just over a month before the winding up of the furlough scheme—which has caused anxiety for…28 Sept 2020HANSARDInterest RatesI will deviate slightly from NS&I, important though that institution is to millions of British savers. Noble Lords will know that for various reasons a sizeable number of people…23 Sept 2020HANSARDRestriction of Public Sector Exit Payments Regulations 2020My Lords, public sector workers carry out vital work each and every day. Over the past six months, their importance has become ever more apparent as they have provided the…23 Sept 2020HANSARDBrexit: Road, Rail and Maritime Transport (EUC Report)My Lords, I thank my noble friend Lord Whitty for introducing the report. It seems surprisingly fresh despite the fact that it is 16 months old. It is fresh because virtually all…21 Sept 2020HANSARDInternational TravelMy Lords, the announcement that the Government can now implement quarantine policies for passengers from specific islands, rather than whole countries, begs one question above all…09 Sept 2020HANSARDCovid-19: Levelling-up AgendaMy Lords, earlier this year, the IFS Deaton review warned that the Covid economic shock would highlight and potentially worsen existing inequalities, with people on lower incomes…08 Sept 2020HANSARDForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeFrom its formation in 1997, the Department for International Development supported the world’s poorest and most vulnerable, and built Britain’s reputation as a world leader in aid…03 Sept 2020HANSARDEquivalence Determinations for Financial Services (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020My Lords, I thank the Minister for presenting this SI. As he knows, the Opposition will not oppose it as it would create a constitutional crisis. Nevertheless, it is the duty of…02 Sept 2020HANSARDFinance BillMy Lords, this debate has come at an interesting time. Despite the limitations on speeches, we have had a number of insightful and diverse contributions. I am sympathetic with the…17 Jul 2020HANSARDBusiness and Planning BillMy Lords, perhaps I could say a few words about the Freight Transport Association’s concerns. Essentially, if exceptions or exemptions are permitted for six months rather than 12…13 Jul 2020HANSARDBusiness and Planning BillMy Lords, I gave notice to oppose Clauses 13 and 14 because I did not understand them and felt that their meaning needed clarifying. This is an opportunity for the Minister to…13 Jul 2020HANSARDOver the Counter Derivatives, Central Counterparties and Trade Repositories (Amendment, etc., and Transitional Provision) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020My Lords, I am grateful to the Minister for her introduction of this measure, which is the latest in a long line of statutory instruments to amend EU-derived legislation so that…18 Jun 2020HANSARDCovid-19: Recovery StrategiesMy Lords, this is an important debate. As we all know, Covid-19 has had an unprecedented impact on the domestic and global economies. Some 3 million people have applied for…11 Jun 2020HANSARDCovid-19: AviationMy Lords, I declare my interest as a British Airways pensioner. Aviation is a key industry in this country, contributing £22 billion a year to the economy and sustaining 230,000…04 Jun 2020HANSARDIncome Equality and SustainabilityMy Lords, I too thank the most reverend Primate the Archbishop of York for introducing this debate and for his service to the country and the House of Lords. I also welcome the…06 May 2020