Wednesday, 14 April 2021
Virtual participation in proceedings commenced (Orders, 4 June and 30 December 2020). [NB: [V] denotes a Member participating virtually.]
The President of COP26 was asked—
What steps the Government are taking to promote climate action and a green recovery from the covid-19 pandemic ahead of COP26.
What progress the Government have made on raising international ambition to tackle climate change as part of preparations for COP26.
What plans he has to arrange for remote virtual participation in COP26 in the event of ongoing restrictions due to the covid-19 pandemic.
What steps he is taking to encourage towns, cities and communities to deliver the UN sustainable development goals at local level in the run-up to COP26.
What discussions he has had with Cabinet colleagues on showing leadership on green investment and boosting funding for public transport in the run-up to COP26.
What steps he is taking to promote action on biodiversity loss alongside climate action as part of COP26 preparations.
What recent discussions he has had with his counterparts in countries that are the highest emitters of carbon on policy objectives for COP26.
What steps he is taking to consult businesses in preparation for COP26.
What steps he is taking to consult with (a) civil society and (b) youth groups in preparation for COP26.
If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.
The Prime Minister was asked—
If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 14 April.
Motion for leave to bring in a Bill ( Standing Order No. 23)
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I beg to move, That this House notes the Prime Minister’s 2019 election pledge that his Government would not cut the Armed Services in any form; further notes with concern the threat...
Motion made, and Question put forthwith ( Standing Order No. 118(6)),
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That the Diocesan Boards of Education Measure (HC 1259), passed by the General Synod of the Church of England, be presented to Her Majesty for her Royal Assent in the form in which it was laid...
That the Cathedrals Measure (HC 1260), passed by the General Synod of the Church of England, be presented to Her Majesty for her Royal Assent in the form in which it was laid before...
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Motion made, and Question proposed, That this House do now adjourn.—(Michael Tomlinson.)
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