"My Lords, I hope I am not going to test the noble Lord’s legendary diplomatic skills in answering this question but, last year, the Prime Minister said that “security and defence” were
“not one priority amongst many others but the central organising principle of government. The first thought in the …..." Lord Bridges of Headley - View Speech
"My Lords, in January the Chancellor said that the UK is
“in a very strong position”
to withstand new shocks to the public finances without further tax rises. Can the Minister repeat that assurance?..." Lord Bridges of Headley - View Speech
"My Lords, can the noble Lord shed some light on when the review of hotels is likely to report and conclude, and when hoteliers might be able to see some relief on their business rates?..." Lord Bridges of Headley - View Speech
"Can the noble Lord clarify how much this change will cost and how it affects the forecasts in the Budget’s EFO?..." Lord Bridges of Headley - View Speech
"My Lords, this has been an excellent debate. Let me start by saying that I have some sympathy for the Chancellor. Her approval ratings are now so low that she is giving even Kwasi Kwarteng a run for his money. Just 12% give her a favourable rating, and from listening …..." Lord Bridges of Headley - View Speech
"My Lords, the Minister just said that the Budget tomorrow will be focused on protecting our NHS, reducing our national debt and improving the cost of living, which the Chancellor has said in one of her many scene-setters are the priorities of the British people. However, back in May, the …..." Lord Bridges of Headley - View Speech
"My Lords, I start by congratulating my noble friend Lord Elliott on securing this debate, his excellent book and all the work he has been doing on jobs. I also congratulate a number of noble Lords who have spoken, especially my noble friend Lady Noakes for her remarks—which I entirely …..." Lord Bridges of Headley - View Speech
"Can the Minister clarify that his argument is that the Government have made no policy errors regarding their economic management over the last year?..." Lord Bridges of Headley - View Speech