Speech in Lords Chamber - Tue 02 Jun 2015 Queen’s Speech
"My Lords, I congratulate the noble Lord, Lord Kerslake, on his excellent maiden speech, with which I agree. It is a great privilege to take part in today’s debate on the gracious Speech. Having just been re-elected to South Somerset District Council, local government continues to be very dear to …..." Baroness Bakewell of Hardington Mandeville - View Speech
"Would the Minister agree that creating a safe atmosphere whereby women are encouraged to report to the police violence and rape within the home in the knowledge that they will be taken seriously and treated sympathetically is key to tackling the problem and reducing the incidence?..." Baroness Bakewell of Hardington Mandeville - View Speech