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Lords debates persecution of religious people

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Thursday, July 11, 2019

Peers discuss persecution of people of faith

Key Points: 
  • On Thursday 11 July, members of the House of Lords will debate the extent of persecution of people of faith in this century.
  • Members taking part will include a co-founder of the World Faiths Development Dialogue and an advisory board member of the Theos Think Tank.
  • During debates, members are able to put their experience to good use, discussing current issues and drawing the government's attention to concerns.
  • Members expected to take part include:
    Baroness Goldie (Conservative), government whip, will respond on behalf of the government.

Lord debates NHS long-term plan

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Thursday, January 31, 2019

Members discuss case for integrated health and care system

Key Points: 
  • They normally take place on a Thursday in the chamber.
  • During debates, members are able to put their experience to good use, discussing current issues and drawing the government's attention to concerns.
  • The debate was proposed by LordHunt of Kings Heath (Labour), president of the Royal Society of Public Health.
  • Members expected to take part include:
    Baroness Manzoor (Conservative), government whip, will respond on behalf of the government.