Equality and Human Rights Commission
Debate between Baroness Stedman-Scott and Lord Kennedy of Southwark(1 week, 2 days ago)
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Lord Kennedy of Southwark (Lab Co-op)
If the noble Baronesses can be quick, we can get the Front Bench in and then the Liberal Democrats.
Baroness Stedman-Scott (Con)
There are hundreds of documented NHS trusts which still have unlawful policies with regard to the provision of single-sex hospital accommodation. The NHS policy annex B continues to authorise the placement of biological men on women’s hospital wards. Will the Government act now and instruct these organisations to follow the law? If they continue not to, can they explain when they will act?
Creative Industries: Freelance Champion
Debate between Baroness Stedman-Scott and Lord Kennedy of Southwark(1 month, 1 week ago)
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Lord Kennedy of Southwark (Lab Co-op)
We will hear from the Conservative Benches next, then the Labour Benches.
Baroness Stedman-Scott (Con)
My Lords, I genuinely congratulate the Government on the appointment of a person to look at these things. Notwithstanding what my noble friend said, the creative industries have been an absolute powerhouse in creating opportunities for young people. When the Kickstart scheme went live—I was involved—they embraced it, especially the people at Pinewood Studios. They gave them opportunities, such as James Bond, and some of us might remember the Ealing comedies. This was very good, but please can the Minister tell us whether the Government have done any impact assessment on the Employment Rights Act and the national insurance hikes? I think we will find that they have stopped opportunities for young people, so I hope it is something that the commissioner will look at.