Debates between Lord Purvis of Tweed and Lord Davies of Gower during the 2019-2024 Parliament

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Rail Fares

Debate between Lord Purvis of Tweed and Lord Davies of Gower
Monday 27th November 2023

(12 months ago)

Lords Chamber
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Lord Purvis of Tweed Portrait Lord Purvis of Tweed (LD)
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My Lords, the Minister promises a strategy, but my noble friend’s question was about when the benefits of the LNER trial will be rolled out across the whole network. I do not think customers on the whole of the network would like the Minister simply to hope it will happen. What is the strategic objective of when it will happen?

Lord Davies of Gower Portrait Lord Davies of Gower (Con)
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I am not in a position to give that answer at the moment, I am afraid, but when I am, I will certainly let the House know.

National Security Bill

Debate between Lord Purvis of Tweed and Lord Davies of Gower
Lord Ponsonby of Shulbrede Portrait Lord Ponsonby of Shulbrede (Lab)
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As the noble Lord knows, the amendment is calling for a review to look at the practical impact of the proposed legislation. We have yet to hear from the Minister on whether the Government accept that a review is necessary.

Lord Davies of Gower Portrait Lord Davies of Gower (Con)
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My Lords, I remind noble Lords that this is Report and not an opportunity to further debate the matter.

Lord Purvis of Tweed Portrait Lord Purvis of Tweed (LD)
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It is perfectly within the rules of the Companion for noble Lords to seek points of clarification or elucidation from those who are speaking.