Thursday, 14 December 2006
The Secretary of State was asked—
If he will set interim targets for carbon emission reductions towards the goal of a 60 per cent. reduction by 2050.
What progress he has made in bringing forward a new fisheries Bill following the review of salmon and freshwater fisheries in 2000.
When he last discussed the funding of British Waterways with its chief executive.
What progress has been made with the planned improvements to the system for making single farm payments; and if he will make a statement.
What assessment he has made of the extent to which individual behaviour may contribute to the reduction of carbon emissions from homes.
What steps the UK Government are taking to end bottom trawling on the high seas; and if he will make a statement.
What contribution he expects the European Union's emissions trading scheme to make to tackling climate change.
What new policies he is considering to cut UK carbon emissions in the next 10 years.
What steps his Department is taking to promote rural proofing of policy across Government.
What progress he is making in reviewing his Department's waste strategy.
How many field trials of genetically modified organisms there have been in England since 2001.
May I ask the Leader of the House to give us the forthcoming business?
With your permission, Mr. Speaker, I should like to make a statement on the Post Office. I am today publishing the Government's proposals in a consultation document, copies of which will be...
On a point of order, Madam Deputy Speaker. Yesterday, the Deputy Prime Minister said that "the amount of money spent on hospitality and travel by this Government...is a lot less than the amount...
Motion made, and Question proposed, That this House do now adjourn. —[Mr. Bradshaw.]
May I first express my thanks to you, Mr. Deputy Speaker, for allowing me to make a statement on this matter at this time? This statement relates to the investigation by the Serious Fraud Office...
Motion made, and Question proposed, That this House do now adjourn. —[Steve McCabe.]
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