Speeches by Gelderd.

“We have covered some of what I was going to ask, which is great. There are some interesting technological advancements there and several suggestions of what the Government should be doing. This could be a simple yes or no answer and I suspect I know what it will be, but is the Government doing enough to support some of…”

“We have covered some of what I was going to ask, which is great. There are some interesting technological advancements there and several suggestions of what the Government should be doing. This could be a simple yes or no answer and I suspect I know what it will be, but is the Government doing enough to support some of…”

“They were helpful recommendations. Thank you.”

“9. What progress he has made on ratifying the agreement under the United Nations convention on the law of the sea on the conservation and sustainable use of marine biological diversity of areas beyond national jurisdiction.”

“The UK has led world-class conservation efforts, and this Government have rightly committed to the landmark high seas treaty, but we must act now, as without ratification the UK risks losing its place in shaping this vital treaty’s implementation and future direction. Can the Minister confirm when legislation to ratify…”

“I congratulate my hon. Friend and welcome this excellent report, with its focus on the value of natural capital. On such an important day as Sir David Attenborough’s 99th birthday, I am sure that Members across the House will wish to join me in expressing many happy returns to him for his important work in this space. …”

“Many people in South East Cornwall are deeply worried about what the proposals will mean for them and their families. The Government’s consultation is still open, so I urge residents to participate and respond. Alongside the work that I and colleagues undertake daily, raising the issue in public and holding meetings, t…”

“It is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Mr Vickers. As co-chair of the all-party parliamentary group on global deforestation, I thank my hon. Friend the Member for Brent West (Barry Gardiner) for bringing this important topic to Parliament today, and for being a strong voice championing our environment for m…”

“Many households in rural and coastal areas, including in South East Cornwall, are not connected to the gas grid and rely on alternative fuels, which often cost them more. What steps is the Minister taking to ensure that, unlike under the previous Government, these residents are not left behind in future support schemes…”

“That is good to hear. Are you planning to continue the ringfencing of the £3 billion for nature within the international climate financing and ODA spending process going forward?”

“How are the Government protecting the future of those hugely successful programmes like the Blue Belt programme and the Darwin and the Darwin Plus funding in the light of ODA cuts? What do you envision to be the future for those programmes?”

“Baroness Chapman, what steps are the Government taking to strengthen marine protection in the UK overseas territories? We have heard previously some comments on that issue, but how does this align with the broader UK marine conservation goals?”

“That is good to hear. Are you planning to continue the ringfencing of the £3 billion for nature within the international climate financing and ODA spending process going forward?”

“How are the Government protecting the future of those hugely successful programmes like the Blue Belt programme and the Darwin and the Darwin Plus funding in the light of ODA cuts? What do you envision to be the future for those programmes?”

“Baroness Chapman, what steps are the Government taking to strengthen marine protection in the UK overseas territories? We have heard previously some comments on that issue, but how does this align with the broader UK marine conservation goals?”

“It is a pleasure to speak in this debate and to follow my hon. Friend. I welcome this Bill and the establishment of Skills England. I oppose new clauses 1 and 4 and amendment 6. I do not agree with the amendments to delay, because we need action now. The Bill is a crucial step forward in addressing challenges felt acro…”

“This week, the disappointing decision was made to increase tolls on the Tamar crossings. Although this essential infrastructure must remain operational, I am very concerned about the disproportionate financial burden that is being placed on households and businesses in South East Cornwall. Can my right hon. Friend make…”

“I beg to move, That leave be given to bring in a Bill to make provision about the teaching and promotion of the Cornish language in educational institutions; to make provision about the recognition of the Cornish language and Cornish heritage; and for connected purposes. Today is not just about preserving the Cornish l…”

“This is another example of a concern around transparency: I have asked you a question about, do you agree with their assessment, and I do not feel that I am getting a transparent answer, similarly to my question around the non-disclosure agreements. As CEO, you would have been aware, or you should have been aware, and …”

“A question on usage. I note that South West has failed to reduce water consumption per capita and efforts to reduce leakage across the Pennon Group have had mixed results, I think it is fair to say. Is this increasing the risk of future usage bans in the area?”