"My Lords, as we have heard, the death of Lord Laming, or Herbert as so many of us knew him, is a loss felt deeply across all these Benches. He was unapologetic in his determined campaigning to highlight the day-to-day pressures and achievements of those working in the social services …..." Lord Forsyth of Drumlean - View Speech
"My Lords, I regret to inform the House of the death of the noble Lord, Lord Laming, on 15 July. I understand that there will be an opportunity for the House to pay tribute to Lord Laming in the coming days. On behalf of the House, I extend our condolences …..." Lord Forsyth of Drumlean - View Speech
"My Lords, I should like to notify the House of the retirement, with effect from today, of the noble Lord, Lord Oakeshott of Seagrove Bay, pursuant to Section 1 of the House of Lords Reform Act 2014. On behalf of the House, I should like to thank the noble Lord …..." Lord Forsyth of Drumlean - View Speech
“His Majesty, being desirous that the provision made by Parliament for the financial support of the Royal Household should be considered, asks the Lords Spiritual and Temporal to concur in the adoption of such measures as the House of Commons may propose as …..." Lord Forsyth of Drumlean - View Speech
"My Lords, perhaps I could be permitted a few words of my own. Ann Widdecombe was a friend of mine for more than 50 years, believe it or not. She had that quality that guarantees all other virtues: immense courage. She also had great empathy for people, even those she …..." Lord Forsyth of Drumlean - View Speech
"That concludes Oral Questions for today. Those who wish to stream out of the Chamber can do so quickly and quietly...." Lord Forsyth of Drumlean - View Speech
"My Lords, perhaps I might add a few words of my own. As has been said, Lord Mackay of Clashfern brought to public life a wonderful combination of brilliance, courtesy, principle and faith. He was formidable, but never vain. He was learned, but never showy. He was firm in judgment …..." Lord Forsyth of Drumlean - View Speech
"My Lords, I regret to inform the House of the death of the noble and learned Lord, Lord Mackay of Clashfern, on 7 July. There will be an opportunity for the House to pay tribute to Lord Mackay in due course. On behalf of the House, I extend our condolences …..." Lord Forsyth of Drumlean - View Speech