Speech in Lords Chamber - Wed 19 Jul 2017 Pensions
"My Lords, the Minister mentions “fairness between the generations”. Would she apply that eloquence to explain the retention of the triple lock?..." Lord Kerr of Kinlochard - View Speech
"I had not intended to speak but I am moved to do so by the austere and Robespierre-like logic of the noble Lord, Lord Howarth. He was supported by the noble Lord, Lord Deben, who I strongly agree with in his advice to the Minister to eschew the hypothecation arguments. …..." Lord Kerr of Kinlochard - View Speech
"We have heard from Robespierre. I hope we are not now hearing from Danton. Will the Minister accept that most foundation, trust, charity or philanthropic money for medical research is earmarked for particular diseases or research topics? What is the difference between that and a levy from the industry for …..." Lord Kerr of Kinlochard - View Speech