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HANSARDBus Services (No. 2) Bill [HL]My Lords, I will make a couple of brief points. I apologise to the Committee that I am Boxing and Coxing with another meeting this afternoon and that I did not table my amendment…28 Jan 2025HANSARDLocal Government: FundingTo ask His Majesty’s Government whether, before or alongside changes in local government structure in England, they will undertake a thorough review of the sources of funding,…27 Jan 2025HANSARDLocal Government: FundingMy Lords, first, I am sure that the whole House endorses my noble friend’s opening words. It is indeed a moving day. On my Question, the biggest problem for local authorities is…27 Jan 2025HANSARDAgricultural and Business Property Reliefs: OBR CostingMy Lords, while I am not entirely happy about this policy, I recognise that it has been done and that it will stand. However, I suggest to the Treasury and Defra that, if they are…27 Jan 2025HANSARDWater BillsMy Lords, I commend to the Minister the suggestions from the Consumer Council for Water, a commendable organisation that deserves more support. It has made six suggestions on…09 Jan 2025 Bills sponsored (1)