Drones: RAF Bases

Debate between Lord Kirkhope of Harrogate and Lord Kennedy of Southwark

Wednesday 27th November 2024 Lords Chamber

[Lord Kirkhope of Harrogate (Con)]

My Lords—

[Lord Kennedy of Southwark (Lab Co-op)]

We will hear from the noble Lord, Lord Kirkhope.

[Lord Kirkhope of Harrogate (Con)]

As the operator of a registered drone under the CAA, my concerns are that in this country there is a considerable and increasing number of drones being operated by people illegally. They pose a direct threat, not only to military installations and the zones around our airfields, but around civil facilities. Can the Minister comment on how much policing is going on generally, and how many prosecutions of these illegal activities are taking place?

Early Years Provision: Bell Review

Debate between Lord Kirkhope of Harrogate and Lord Kennedy of Southwark

Monday 21st October 2024 Lords Chamber

[Lord Kirkhope of Harrogate (Con)]

My Lords, what is so encouraging is the way fathers are now involved in looking after children, and it is very important—

[Lord Kennedy of Southwark (Lab Co-op)]

My Lords, we will turn to the Cross Benches next, and then we will hear from the noble Lord.