My Lords, shall we make a start? The Committee will be aware of what might take place in the Chamber; if it does, a Division Bell will ring and we will all scamper off, do our voting and come back. Before we begin debate on the Bill, I understand that the Whip would like to make a few remarks.
My Lords, welcome. If there is a Division in the Chamber, although we are not expecting one, the bell will ring and we will act accordingly. Let us begin.
My Lords, no votes are anticipated so the Bell really should not ring, but if it does, noble Lords know the drill already, so let us kick off.
I call the noble Baroness, Lady Smith of Malvern—sorry, I see it is the noble Baroness, Lady Blake of Leeds.
My Lords, if there is a Division in the Chamber while we are sitting, I will let the Committee know and we will adjourn for 10 minutes. We are anticipating a Division at around 5 pm.
My Lords, I repeat that a key recommendation in our report was simplification of the regulatory system and toughening of enforcement. There are some low-hanging solutions, such as reducing inputs of nitrogen and optimising their application, improving manure management, mandating low-emission slurry…
My Lords, I begin by wishing all a very happy new year. Noble Lords will be aware that, if a Bell rings, we will all be summoned to vote, but it may not happen for a little while yet.
My Lords, welcome. Your Lordships know the drill, but if there is a vote, a bell will ring and we will adjourn proceedings for 10 minutes. Then we will come back here and kick off once again.
I shall continue to try to cover noble Lords’ questions and comments.
The noble Lord, Lord Roborough, asked about compliance and guidance. New guidance will be published to help online marketplaces understand the new obligations; it will, I hope, help with compliance if there is clear guidance on w…
My Lords, there is expected to be a Division shortly. When it happens, I will let your Lordships know; we will have a 10-minute break, gallop back here quickly and just keep on going.