Iau, 3 Tachwedd 2005
The Secretary of State was asked—
What discussions he has had with ministerial colleagues and others about the security of the UK's energy supply.
If he will instigate a public debate on United Kingdom energy policy.
What steps he is taking to monitor the impact of globalisation on UK manufacturing and services.
What saving in the typical household bill has resulted from the subsidy to electricity consumers in northern Scotland under the scheme introduced in April.
If he will make a statement on the future of nuclear-generated electricity.
Whether the number of people using gas and electricity pre-payment meters has changed as a result of the measures Ofgem has taken to improve billing practice and tighten suppliers' licence conditions.
What measures he is taking to promote flexible working for those with caring and family responsibilities.
What steps the Government are taking to ensure that UK manufacturing has the skills needed to remain competitive.
The Minister for Women and Equality was asked—
What assessment she has made of the reasons for the under-representation of women in high-earning, board-level jobs.
What measures she is taking to monitor equality in employment opportunities in Government Departments.
What steps the Government are taking to encourage young women and girls to participate in politics.
Will the Leader of the House give us the business for next week?
On a point of order, Mr. Speaker. Yesterday we witnessed a fantastic demonstration of democracy in Parliament when we were lobbied by the Trade Justice Movement in a wonderfully organised way....
(Clauses 21, 22, 5 to 20, schedule 1, clauses 25 to 27, schedule 2, clauses 28 to 36, schedule 3, clauses 37 and 38, new clauses, new schedules, remaining proceedings) Considered in Committee...
Question proposed, That the clause stand part of the Bill.
I beg to move amendment No. 87, page 7, line 22, after 'any', insert 'relevant'.
I beg to move amendment No. 57, in page 7, line 32, leave out 'or suspects'.
Amendment proposed: No. 59, page 10, line 14, at end add— (7) It shall be a defence to an offence under this section for a defendant to show on the balance of probabilities that his...
I beg to move amendment No. 100, in clause 12, page 12, line 34, at beginning insert 'so much of'.
Question proposed, That the clause stand part of the Bill.
Question proposed, That the clause stand part of the Bill.
I beg to move amendment No. 90, in clause 17, page 16, line 3, leave out 'and'.
I beg to move amendment No. 104, in clause 18, page 16, line 36, leave out from 'of' to end of line 37.
I beg to move amendment No. 33, in clause 20, page 17, leave out lines 31 to 33.
Motion made, and Question put forthwith, pursuant to Standing Order No. 118(6) (Standing Committees on Delegated Legislation),
That the draft Immigration (Provision of Physical Data) (Amendment) Regulations 2005, which were laid before this House on 10th October, be approved.—[Joan Ryan.] Question agreed to.
Motion made, and Question put forthwith, pursuant to Standing Order No. 119(9) (European Standing Committees),
That this House takes note of the Unnumbered Explanatory Memorandum from HM Treasury dated 1st June 2005 relating to the Preliminary Draft General Budget of the European Communities for the...
The House will be aware that there is great concern about the rising level of council tax throughout the whole country. Indeed, the nature of such protest is indicated by the fact that there are...
Motion made, and Question proposed, That this House do now adjourn.—[Mr. Cawsey.]
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