"My Lords, I, too, most warmly congratulate the noble Lord on securing this debate. I always think health matters should be handled by a former president of a royal college, and it is excellent that we have another former president of a royal college with us today. This should be …..." Baroness Bottomley of Nettlestone - View Speech
"My Lords, like other noble Lords, I greatly admire the Minister and his approach to these subjects. The noble Lord, Lord Hacking, raised the issue of the 16,000 knives that had been taken. The dilemma that those responsible have to face is that, for some young people, they are set …..." Baroness Bottomley of Nettlestone - View Speech
"The right reverend Prelate’s wife will definitely know that being without education, employment or training has a devastating effect on young people. The consequences for social stability and the fabric of society are incredibly important, and I know the Minister is aware of that. To get a job, individuals need …..." Baroness Bottomley of Nettlestone - View Speech
"The AGM is a more than convenient opportunity for shareholders in this sector to express their views. Of course, they all wish that the awkward squad would stay at home, as we do in this place, but we have to put up with the awkward squad—and my noble friend is …..." Baroness Bottomley of Nettlestone - View Speech
"My Lords, it is evident all over the country that there is an epidemic of sick notes. Is there anything that the Government are doing to strengthen the arm of GPs who try to resist giving a sick note on simple request?..." Baroness Bottomley of Nettlestone - View Speech
"My Lords, I will try to be mild, obedient, good and kind. Let me say how delighted I am to speak in this debate. I applaud the Communications and Digital Committee’s report on media literacy, and the splendid way in which the noble Baroness introduced today’s discussion. She had so …..." Baroness Bottomley of Nettlestone - View Speech