"My Lords, I associate myself with the gratitude and thanks to the armed services that has been expressed by all Members of this House. I ask my noble friend the Minister directly, does he agree with me that the British people understand that the responsibility of the British Government and …..." Baroness Curran - View Speech
"My Lords, I agree that we should judge the Government on what they do. My noble friend the Minister has referred to the £10 billion defence contract with Norway to build Type 26 frigates, which has for the first time in many years brought sustainability to the shipbuilding industry on …..." Baroness Curran - View Speech
"My Lords, does my noble friend the Minister agree that the youth guarantee scheme could represent a step change in dealing with profound issues around youth unemployment? Does the scheme include a gender analysis to make sure that young girls get those opportunities, alongside young boys or young men and …..." Baroness Curran - View Speech
"I thank the Minister for that reply. I am sure she will agree that the youth guarantee scheme could be a vital reform to the welfare state, offering a lifeline to young people who are currently shut out from the rewards of work and learning. Can the Minister ensure that …..." Baroness Curran - View Speech
"To ask His Majesty’s Government how the success of the Youth Guarantee scheme will be measured; in particular, what specific employment and training outcomes will be targeted and how long-term labour market impacts will be evaluated...." Baroness Curran - View Speech
"I thank my noble friend the Minister for that very helpful reply. Are all complaints of sexual harassment and assault recorded? How are they monitored, and is the Minister aware of what percentage leads to disciplinary action or prosecution?..." Baroness Curran - View Speech
"My Lords, I begin by offering my congratulations to the right reverend Prelate the Bishop of Portsmouth on his inspiring maiden speech. In the short time I have, I want to make two key arguments. First, the Government are right to tackle the fundamental challenges that were undermining the British …..." Baroness Curran - View Speech
"My Lords, we have had much discussion of the process in these questions so far, but can my noble friend the Minister remind the House that it is the substance of the Budget that matters much more for families and businesses throughout this country? The doubling of the headroom in …..." Baroness Curran - View Speech