Part of the debate – in the House of Lords at 11:38 am on 12 September 2024.
Baroness Smith of Newnham
Liberal Democrat Spokesperson (Defence), Liberal Democrat Lords Spokesperson (Defence)
11:38,
12 September 2024
My Lords, the initial Question was very much about Erasmus and the importance of rejoining. The noble Baroness, Lady Smith of Llanfaes—a trio of Smiths is speaking—talked about taking on board the views of young people. What are His Majesty’s Government doing to look at ways of strengthening the opportunities for young people to live and work in Europe? Erasmus provided fantastic opportunities for British students but also helped British soft power, because we had students from other European countries coming here. The long-term benefits of that are profound. Do the Government have a vision that we should be rebuilding relations in that sort of way?