"My Lords, it is a shame that the Opposition are sniping away at something that they first supported when they were in government. They proposed a regulator to ensure that the game became more sustainable, that owners were genuinely fit for purpose and that clubs thrived at the centre of …..." Lord Bassam of Brighton - View Speech
"It is certainly clear that she used that test continuously as part of her career, actually. While I am on my feet, I wonder whether the noble Baroness thought of reviewing the Mental Capacity Act while she was Secretary of State for Health. Was that something she considered then? That …..." Lord Bassam of Brighton - View Speech
"My Lords, I welcome the progress that is being made. However, given the steep rise in online hate directed at footballers, referees and fans—with reports of online abuse to the anti-discrimination charity Kick It Out doubling this season—what additional action are the Government proposing to take to ensure that football …..." Lord Bassam of Brighton - View Speech
"To ask His Majesty’s Government what progress has been made by law enforcement agencies in pursuing perpetrators of online hate and racism since the Online Safety Act 2023 came into force...." Lord Bassam of Brighton - View Speech
"My Lords, the decision by Merck is disappointing, but I am encouraged by what the Minister said about the way in which the Government are approaching this. Is it not the case that the botched Brexit deal and the failure by the previous Government to raise levels of investment have …..." Lord Bassam of Brighton - View Speech
"My Lords, I very much welcome the Minister’s reply, and perhaps I should declare my interest as the only known member of the Brighton & Hove Albion (Lords) Supporters’ Club. Given the Euros success of the Lionesses this summer, the upcoming expanded Women’s Super League and the growth of the …..." Lord Bassam of Brighton - View Speech
"To ask His Majesty’s Government whether they will set out a timetable for the implementation of the various parts of the Football Governance Act 2025...." Lord Bassam of Brighton - View Speech
"My Lords, I thank the Minister for that encouraging reply. Will he ensure that powers which might be required to enable local authorities to develop such a tourist tax will be included in legislation extending devolutionary powers, so that local authorities can work with businesses and other civic institutions to …..." Lord Bassam of Brighton - View Speech
"To ask His Majesty’s Government what evaluation they have made of the potential benefits of a tourism levy to alleviate funding pressures facing seaside and coastal communities...." Lord Bassam of Brighton - View Speech