Baroness Wheeler

Excuse me, but it is not time for a joke. Statements should be about questions to the Minister.

I stress that the Deputy Speaker made it clear that people who arrive late for the debate are not allowed to speak. I think it is difficult for the noble Lord, having heard the ex…

That the draft Order and Regulations laid before the House on 12 January be approved. Considered in Grand Committee on 25 February.

We will hear from the Lib Dems. Thank you.

My Lords, we will hear from the Labour Party.

My Lords, before we start, I ask noble Lords to ensure that they stick to the five minutes’ speaking time. Although the time allowance is advisory, the Grand Committee may sit onl…