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HANSARDAgricultural Transition PlanIn the light of the answer that the Minister gave to my noble friend, can he tell the House whether his own adviser, Professor Henderson, has recommended to him further action or…01 Feb 2023HANSARDHorizon Europe: UK ParticipationMy Lords, I beg leave to ask the Question standing in my name on the Order Paper; it is not the first time that I have asked it.31 Jan 2023HANSARDIMF Economic OutlookThe Minister referred a moment ago to Brexit, and today happens to be the third anniversary of our departure. Can she remind the House of the Government’s attitude to the OBR…31 Jan 2023HANSARDTrade (Mobile Roaming) Regulations 2023My Lords, I intervene briefly to ask two questions, one of which, about the review, has just been asked. Regulation 13 says that the review has to be within five years but can be…31 Jan 2023HANSARDHorizon Europe: UK ParticipationTo ask His Majesty’s Government what renewed assessment they have made of the possibility of the United Kingdom participating in the Horizon Europe research and innovation…31 Jan 2023HANSARDHorizon Europe: UK ParticipationMy Lords, I thank the Minister for his Answer. He will surely agree that, for decades, the UK benefited hugely from our association with EU research programmes, but will he not…31 Jan 2023HANSARDNet ZeroMy Lords, in my experience it is relatively rare to have the opportunity to debate a report so soon after its publication, so I congratulate the noble Baroness on securing the…26 Jan 2023HANSARDMinisterial Appointments: Vetting and Managing Conflicts of InterestMy Lords, the Minister has laid great emphasis on due process, which we understand, and there is an inquiry going on, which we understand. Will she agree voluntarily to bring to…24 Jan 2023HANSARDAsylum Seekers: Syria, Afghanistan, Eritrea, Iran and SudanMy Lords, whatever the outcome of Operation Pitting, it did leave behind people who should have been included. Do the Government remain committed to helping the families of…24 Jan 2023HANSARDThe Union (Constitution Committee Report)My Lords, I and the whole House look forward to the maiden speech of the noble Lord, Lord Verdirame—I apologise for my pronunciation. Mind you, having said that, it will not make…20 Jan 2023HANSARDThe Importance of the Relationship Between the United Kingdom and IndiaMy Lords, it was with great sadness that I listened to the valedictory speech of my noble friend Lord Soley. I well remember his election as the Member of Parliament for…19 Jan 2023HANSARDUkraine: Challenger 2 TanksMy Lords, if the provision of these Challenger 2 tanks is thought to be a success, however that is defined, do the Government intend to provide further such tanks to Ukraine?18 Jan 2023HANSARDNational Security BillI will reflect on what the Minister says when I read Hansard . I am glad that bodies such as the British Academy will be consulted, and I hope that the named organisations I…16 Jan 2023HANSARDNational Security BillMy Lords, it is a pleasure to follow the noble Baroness, not least because I want to make some remarks about the effect on other areas of life. I agree with her that her phrase…16 Jan 2023HANSARDNational Security BillFor the avoidance of doubt, have scientific societies in this country that are charities been consulted by the Government in respect of the legislation in any shape or form?16 Jan 2023HANSARDDemocracy Denied (DPRRC Report)My Lords, I wish I could say that it is a pleasure to take part in this debate. In a way, because of the nature of the subject and where we are, it is not—but it is a very…12 Jan 2023HANSARDNational Security BillThe question I asked related to the bit in brackets. What effect would there be if you omitted that part in brackets?21 Dec 2022HANSARDUkraineMy Lords, it is sadly appropriate that the final Statement taken in the House this year is on Ukraine. I associate myself with all the comments made by my noble friend Lord Coaker…21 Dec 2022HANSARDNational Security BillMy Lords, I hope that I can intervene briefly to ask two questions. I support Amendment 44, but the questions I want to ask relate to government Amendments 38 and 42. If I…21 Dec 2022HANSARDCabinet Manual: Revision (Constitution Committee Report)My Lords, I am delighted to take part in this debate and have looked forward to it with the same sense of excitement that has just been expressed. I commend the Select Committee…16 Dec 2022