"My Lords, I will reflect on the journey that has led to the Bill before us. English devolution has not arrived all at once; it has been shaped over time by successive Governments of different political parties, each building on what came before—from the championing by the noble Lord, Lord …..." Baroness Elliott of Whitburn Bay - View Speech
"My Lords, I welcome the news of free apprenticeships for under 25s in small and medium-sized enterprises. This is good news for young people and businesses. What impact does the Minister think it will have on the number of people coming into apprenticeships in those arenas?..." Baroness Elliott of Whitburn Bay - View Speech
"My Lords, a number of concerns have been raised about Ofcom’s recently released draft illegal content codes of practice. Can my noble friend the Minister say what plans the Government have to monitor the effectiveness of those codes of practice?..." Baroness Elliott of Whitburn Bay - View Speech
"To ask His Majesty’s Government what assessment they have made of the level and costs of temporary accommodation provided by local authorities...." Baroness Elliott of Whitburn Bay - View Speech
"I thank the Minister for that reply. What are the Government doing to address some of the underlying drivers of the huge increase in the financial costs to both local and central government on this issue?..." Baroness Elliott of Whitburn Bay - View Speech
"My Lords, I strongly support the Private Member’s Bill from the noble Baroness, Lady Northover, on the recognition of the Palestinian state. I draw the House’s attention to my registered interest as a director of the Council for Arab-British Understanding.
"My Lords, it is an enormous privilege to rise to make my maiden speech today in this place. I want to start by thanking Black Rod, her staff, the doorkeepers, police, and all the staff of this House for their warm welcome and support in my first few weeks here, …..." Baroness Elliott of Whitburn Bay - View Speech
"What is the Government’s plan to get aid into Gaza now that both Rafah and Kerem Shalom are inaccessible? Even if they were accessible, with an invasion now started there would be no way to distribute aid. What is the Government’s plan to get aid in to alleviate the appalling …..." Baroness Elliott of Whitburn Bay - View Speech
"Order. The debate may now continue until 7.55 pm, although that depends on there being no more votes, of course. I call Beth Winter to continue...." Baroness Elliott of Whitburn Bay - View Speech