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My Lords, this cross-country rail franchise is badly needed. How long will it take to implement?
My Lords, this cross-country rail franchise is badly needed. How long will it take to implement?
Asked by
Lord Renton
(Conservative)
Oral questions - Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
25 July 2006
My Lords, consultation will be completed in the next few months. We will then ask for bids, which have to be in by February, for implementation from May next year.
Subjects
Franchises; Railways
Date
25 July 2006
Reference
684 c1647
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, the Minister may not be aware that the noble Baroness the Lord Speaker served in another place in a constituency close to the one in which I served. In her present position she would gladly, I am sure, accept any further responsibility that we place on her.
My Lords, the Minister may not be aware that the noble Baroness the Lord Speaker served in another place in a constituency close to the one in which I served. In her present position she would gladly, I am sure, accept any further responsibility that we place on her.
Asked by
Lord Renton
(Conservative)
Oral questions - Supplementary
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Answered
Answered on
20 July 2006
My Lords, I thank the noble Lord for that intervention, although I am not entirely sure how the noble Baroness the Lord Speaker will take it. We have had a Lord Speaker for only two weeks, so it is important that we give the post a little time to bed down. I am aware that the noble Baroness is very conscious of the need to report back to the House on what she is doing and has undertaken to consult Members of the House on these issues when we return after the Recess.
Subjects
House of Lords; Parliamentary questions; Lord Speaker
Date
20 July 2006
Reference
684 c1410
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, will the Government bear it in mind that in the interests of security, and the great need for it, it would be better not to have increased vehicular access to the Palace of Westminster?
My Lords, will the Government bear it in mind that in the interests of security, and the great need for it, it would be better not to have increased vehicular access to the Palace of Westminster?
Asked by
Lord Renton
(Conservative)
Oral questions - Supplementary
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Answered
Answered on
12 July 2006
My Lords, it is difficult to know how we would supply the Palace of Westminster with food and drink, and everything else we use—including plastic bags—unless there was vehicular access, and access for Peers as well.
Subjects
Access; Motor vehicles; Palace of Westminster
Date
12 July 2006
Reference
684 c700
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, although it is unsafe for trains to run fast on certain small branch lines, is it not the right policy to permit speed on the rail?
My Lords, although it is unsafe for trains to run fast on certain small branch lines, is it not the right policy to permit speed on the rail?
Asked by
Lord Renton
(Conservative)
Oral questions - Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
11 July 2006
My Lords, obviously itis in the interests of the operating companies to transport passengers as rapidly as they can, consistent with safety. That is why new trains and new rolling stock have quicker pick-up times between stations in localised travel.
Subjects
Railways
Date
11 July 2006
Reference
684 c587
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, having been in the other place from 1945 until 1979, may I say that the other place has somewhat declined in its representation and that your Lordships' House has increased its representation to a most remarkable extent? Indeed, I venture to suggest that it is better left as it is, because if it tried to be representative by election it might decline.
My Lords, having been in the other place from 1945 until 1979, may I say that the other place has somewhat declined in its representation and that your Lordships' House has increased its representation to a most remarkable extent? Indeed, I venture to suggest that it is better left as it is, because if it tried to be representative by election it might decline.
Asked by
Lord Renton
(Conservative)
Oral questions - Supplementary
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Answered
Answered on
19 June 2006
My Lords, the noble Lord, Lord Renton, has a great deal more experience than I. Indeed, he entered Parliament nine years before I was born. The two Houses operate differently; we have different roles in our bicameral Parliament. There is no doubt that the role of the House of Lords has changed. In a dynamic democracy, that is to be expected.
Subjects
House of Lords; Reform
Date
19 June 2006
Reference
683 c510
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, is not the real question that in any modern democracy the great mass of people is only concerned in the broadest terms about who is going to have power and that we must educate the people much more than they have been in order to get them to understand the real situation?
My Lords, is not the real question that in any modern democracy the great mass of people is only concerned in the broadest terms about who is going to have power and that we must educate the people much more than they have been in order to get them to understand the real situation?
Asked by
Lord Renton
(Conservative)
Oral questions - Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
6 June 2006
My Lords, I am wholly in favour of the widest possible understanding of the different powers that exist in Europe or, indeed, in our own parliamentary system. Alongside people's interest in that, there is real concern, as was demonstrated in the referendums in Europe, to know what Europe adds in value to the economy, employment, security and a wide range of other things. I am more fearful of a wholly inward-looking and constitutional debate that ignores the things that citizens make it plain that they regard as more important.
Subjects
EU law; EU action; Publicity; Council of Ministers; Europe Direct
Date
6 June 2006
Reference
682 c1130
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, will the Government bear it in mind that there is really no scope for reforming divorce law but that maintenance law could be relaxed?
My Lords, will the Government bear it in mind that there is really no scope for reforming divorce law but that maintenance law could be relaxed?
Asked by
Lord Renton
(Conservative)
Oral questions - Supplementary
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Answered
Answered on
6 June 2006
My Lords, I am not sure that I entirely understand what "relaxed" means in this context.
Subjects
Divorce; Family law; Divorce settlements; Maintenance; Reform
Date
6 June 2006
Reference
682 c1137
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, bearing in mind the importance of the energy review, can the Minister give an undertaking that it will be published in good time for both Houses of Parliament to discuss it before we rise in July?
My Lords, bearing in mind the importance of the energy review, can the Minister give an undertaking that it will be published in good time for both Houses of Parliament to discuss it before we rise in July?
Asked by
Lord Renton
(Conservative)
Oral questions - Supplementary
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Answered
Answered on
23 May 2006
My Lords, the statement is promised for July. The consultation will take place at the same time. I am sure that there will plenty of opportunities, at that time and subsequently, to debate the issues before firm policy decisions are taken.
Subjects
Energy supply; Consultation papers; Energy Policy Progress Review
Date
23 May 2006
Reference
682 c698
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, does the noble Baroness agree that Parliament Square is one of the most historic and elegant places in the United Kingdom and that the various placards placed there from time to time diminish its importance?
My Lords, does the noble Baroness agree that Parliament Square is one of the most historic and elegant places in the United Kingdom and that the various placards placed there from time to time diminish its importance?
Asked by
Lord Renton
(Conservative)
Oral questions - Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
18 May 2006
My Lords, I certainly agree with the noble Lord, Lord Renton, that it is one of the most elegant squares in the country—indeed, in the world—and we now have appropriate parliamentary provisions to deal with what some would say was the desecration of the square. But we have to balance issues and to work within the law, which we are currently seeking to do.
Subjects
Demonstrations; Parliament Square
Date
18 May 2006
Reference
682 c369
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, will the Government explain to the Egyptian Government that in this country we pride ourselves on being open-minded towards people of other religions and that we tolerate their existence here?
My Lords, will the Government explain to the Egyptian Government that in this country we pride ourselves on being open-minded towards people of other religions and that we tolerate their existence here?
Asked by
Lord Renton
(Conservative)
Oral questions - Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
8 May 2006
My Lords, I hope that this country sets a good example for religious tolerance without any of us having to go round wagging our finger at others. However, in areas where the traditions and the history are different, we try to bring about the fullest engagement in human rights in religious matters, as in others, because we believe that there should be full equality of citizenship in that respect.
Subjects
Religious freedom; Violence; Egypt; Christianity
Date
8 May 2006
Reference
681 c681-2
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, is the noble Lord aware that fathers who are married have considerable responsibilities, which do not need to be enlarged, but that fathers who are unmarried, perhaps even fathers who are divorced, need to have their responsibilities considered carefully?
My Lords, is the noble Lord aware that fathers who are married have considerable responsibilities, which do not need to be enlarged, but that fathers who are unmarried, perhaps even fathers who are divorced, need to have their responsibilities considered carefully?
Asked by
Lord Renton
(Conservative)
Oral questions - Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
26 April 2006
My Lords, I agree with the noble Lord. That is precisely why we published parenting plans, which are now widely available, setting out the responsibilities of separating parents for their children to ensure that they take their responsibilities seriously.
Subjects
Law; Fathers; Parental responsibility
Date
26 April 2006
Reference
681 c144
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, when for hundreds of years in England and Wales we have had schools called "school", why would it be of advantage to any of them to change their name to "academy"?
My Lords, when for hundreds of years in England and Wales we have had schools called "school", why would it be of advantage to any of them to change their name to "academy"?
Asked by
Lord Renton
(Conservative)
Oral questions - Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
25 April 2006
My Lords, I wish that that were the most serious issue we faced in improving the education system. It is up to schools themselves what they call themselves, and if they wish to use different names, they are entirely at liberty to do so. I believe that a good number of our historic public schools have never used the term "school" to describe themselves.
Subjects
Academies
Date
25 April 2006
Reference
681 c71
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, surely everyone who suffers from incapacity is entitled to the benefit that the state allows. Can the Minister give us an undertaking that, in every case, there is a full inquiry into the incapacity benefit that should be paid?
My Lords, surely everyone who suffers from incapacity is entitled to the benefit that the state allows. Can the Minister give us an undertaking that, in every case, there is a full inquiry into the incapacity benefit that should be paid?
Asked by
Lord Renton
(Conservative)
Oral questions - Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
20 April 2006
Yes, my Lords, I can. Those who are in the exempt category can be awarded incapacity benefit through an examination of the paperwork by the decision maker. Some claimants have to be referred to the medical service; for some that will be a paperwork process, whereas others will be called in for a medical examination. So every claimant is duly considered. Those who are entitled to incapacity benefit will receive it. We are saying in the welfare reform proposals that there are many people on incapacity benefit who would benefit and would wish to be in work if they were given all due support. That is what we intend to do.
Subjects
Incapacity benefit; Medical examinations
Date
20 April 2006
Reference
680 c1166-7
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, although I have been in Parliament for more than 60 years, I have never before seen the expression "transformational agenda". Does the noble Baroness know what it means? If so, could she tell us?
My Lords, although I have been in Parliament for more than 60 years, I have never before seen the expression "transformational agenda". Does the noble Baroness know what it means? If so, could she tell us?
Asked by
Lord Renton
(Conservative)
Oral questions - Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
29 March 2006
My Lords, I take the point that the noble Lord is always anxious that clarity of language should be the business of the Government. I have visited areas and walked the streets to see nothing but boarded-up houses and then, in the next street, I have seen nice, Victorian houses that have been refurbished and are now warmer, more comfortable and better able to cope with families in those areas. I have spoken to the people who have been rehoused and witnessed their pleasure at having a garden for the first time or separate bedrooms for their children. That is what we mean by "transformation".
Subjects
Conservation; Housing; Regeneration
Date
29 March 2006
Reference
680 c767-8
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, as Christians and Muslims each believe in one God, which must be the same God, how can they possibly justify the killing of other Christians and Muslims?
My Lords, as Christians and Muslims each believe in one God, which must be the same God, how can they possibly justify the killing of other Christians and Muslims?
Asked by
Lord Renton
(Conservative)
Oral questions - Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
28 March 2006
My Lords, there should be complete freedom in our world for people to practise their religion and to do so without threat or restraint.
Subjects
Capital punishment; Religious freedom; Afghanistan; Christianity
Date
28 March 2006
Reference
680 c639
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, although mothers naturally have an instinct for looking after their children from a very early age, do fathers not have the ultimate responsibility of financial care? Should not fathers be reminded of that at a very early stage?
My Lords, although mothers naturally have an instinct for looking after their children from a very early age, do fathers not have the ultimate responsibility of financial care? Should not fathers be reminded of that at a very early stage?
Asked by
Lord Renton
(Conservative)
Oral questions - Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
22 March 2006
Yes, my Lords, I agree that fathers should be reminded at a very early stage that they have financial responsibility for their children. The noble Lord is absolutely right. In 21st-century Britain, mothers also have a great deal of financial responsibility for their children. We are trying in every way to ensure that fathers take that responsibility early and seriously.
Subjects
Children; Fathers; Parental responsibility
Date
22 March 2006
Reference
680 c232
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, will not a vast number of organisations need to be consulted in view of the noble Baroness's original Answer?
My Lords, will not a vast number of organisations need to be consulted in view of the noble Baroness's original Answer?
Asked by
Lord Renton
(Conservative)
Oral questions - Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
13 March 2006
My Lords, we seek to consult a number of organisations that have a particular interest. I welcome the opportunity to make it clear in your Lordships' House that we are consulting. We invite those who have an interest to come forward. We will be delighted to hear from anyone who has a particular view.
Legislation
Equality Act 2006
Subjects
Equality; Sexuality; Consultation papers
Date
13 March 2006
Reference
679 c983
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, having chosen my parents very carefully and having reached the age of 97, I have to say that it would be impossible to estimate the cost of my funeral. If the Government set themselves that task, they are unlikely to be very effective or accurate.
My Lords, having chosen my parents very carefully and having reached the age of 97, I have to say that it would be impossible to estimate the cost of my funeral. If the Government set themselves that task, they are unlikely to be very effective or accurate.
Asked by
Lord Renton
(Conservative)
Oral questions - Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
7 March 2006
My Lords, the sort of person we are talking of is one on social security payments. I am not aware that the noble Lord, Lord Renton, comes into that category. It seems to me that the level at which he pitches his funeral is a matter of choice. We are dealing here with a social problem, and the Government therefore have to make some estimate of that.
Subjects
Costs; Funerals
Date
7 March 2006
Reference
679 c639
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, before asking my question, perhaps I should mention that many years ago I was made chairman of the parliamentary delegation that went to Uganda to declare its independence. When we left, we were very worried about whether it would have true independence and be governed by itself. Is there any hope of the present Government of Uganda accepting any British or other gathering of experienced people to help them to overcome their present problems?
My Lords, before asking my question, perhaps I should mention that many years ago I was made chairman of the parliamentary delegation that went to Uganda to declare its independence. When we left, we were very worried about whether it would have true independence and be governed by itself. Is there any hope of the present Government of Uganda accepting any British or other gathering of experienced people to help them to overcome their present problems?
Asked by
Lord Renton
(Conservative)
Oral questions - Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
28 February 2006
My Lords, if we reflect on where Uganda was 15 or 20 years ago and where it is now, we see that it has been one of the success stories of Africa. There has just been a general election with a substantial turnout, in which President Museveni was re-elected with a substantial majority. I do not know whether the election was flawless, but all immediate reports suggest that it was very credible. We are not starting with a blank sheet of paper in a country like Uganda and there are problems but, today, we should perhaps think of its success rather than anything else.
Subjects
Armed conflict; Uganda
Date
28 February 2006
Reference
679 c125-6
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, are we to assume that desalination and other purification of sea water is not considered as a solution to this great problem?
My Lords, are we to assume that desalination and other purification of sea water is not considered as a solution to this great problem?
Asked by
Lord Renton
(Conservative)
Oral questions - Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
2 February 2006
My Lords, I am grateful to the noble Lord. Desalination is an important part of the solution to the problem. Sometimes, it is to be favoured over new reservoirs for environmental reasons and because it is less costly. Desalination plants are almost certainly one of the major ways to deal with the problem.
Subjects
Droughts; Water supply; South of England
Date
2 February 2006
Reference
678 c300
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords