All 2 Debates between Lord Bishop of Chester and Lord De Mauley

Single Use Carrier Bags Charges (England) Order 2015

Debate between Lord Bishop of Chester and Lord De Mauley
Wednesday 4th March 2015

(9 years, 8 months ago)

Grand Committee
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Lord Bishop of Chester Portrait The Lord Bishop of Chester
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My Lords, will the Minister confirm for the record that biodegradable bags degrade into carbon dioxide from their carbon content?

Lord De Mauley Portrait Lord De Mauley
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Yes, I am quite sure that the right reverend Prelate’s chemistry is still current in that regard.

Dog Licensing

Debate between Lord Bishop of Chester and Lord De Mauley
Tuesday 16th December 2014

(9 years, 11 months ago)

Lords Chamber
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Lord De Mauley Portrait Lord De Mauley
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My noble friend has given me the opportunity to declare an interest as a dog owner.

Lord Bishop of Chester Portrait The Lord Bishop of Chester
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My Lords, I am one of those who wear a dog collar in this House—and for the privilege of doing so I have to be licensed. But as far as I am aware, no fees have been paid. Might I suggest that enough is enough?