"I am grateful to the noble Baroness, Lady Smith of Malvern, newly appointed Minister for Women and my former and very esteemed boss, for opening this debate on International Women’s Day. I also thank, in anticipation, the noble Baroness, Lady Jones of Whitchurch, who is also a good friend. Both …..." Baroness Casey of Blackstock - View Speech
"My Lords—or should I say “my Baronesses”, following the earlier comment of the noble Viscount, Lord Stansgate—being here all day has piled the pressure on, as each of you has been so incredibly nice about what I hope will not be as disappointing a speech as I fear it may …..." Baroness Casey of Blackstock - View Speech