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1438455

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date	07/03/2022
answering body	Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
answering dept id	208
answering dept short name	Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
hansard heading	Kazakhstan: Demonstrations
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government what representations they have made to the government of Kazakhstan on the status of (1) individuals arrested during protests in that country in January, and (2) the detention of former Prime Minister Karim Massimov.
tabling member printed	Lord Alton of Liverpool
uin	HL6656
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 21/03/2022 answer text <p>The Government is following events in Kazakhstan closely. We greatly regret the loss of life and injuries sustained as a result of unrest in January and condemned the violence and destruction of property that occurred. We await a full account of what led to these unprecedented events.</p><p>In my recent meetings with Kazakh counterparts, including Deputy Foreign Minister Vassilenko on 2 March, I [Lord Ahmad] asked for an update on the commission set up by President Tokayev to investigate the causes of the violence. We have stressed that this process should be conducted urgently, transparently and effectively, and have sought reassurance that Kazakhstan's international human rights obligations, including commitments to due process and freedom of speech and expression, will be respected.</p><p>Kazakhstan is an important partner for the UK. We have built a productive dialogue and wide-ranging ties over the 30 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations, sharing experience and jointly tackling global challenges including on security issues. We are committed to furthering that cooperation and will seek opportunities, with international partners, to encourage the economic and social reform priorities set out by President Tokayev.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon grouped question UIN HL6657 question first answered 21/03/2022 16:57:05 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	738 label Biography information for Lord Alton of Liverpool

1438456

registered interest
date	07/03/2022
answering body	Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
answering dept id	208
answering dept short name	Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
hansard heading	Kazakhstan: Human Rights
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government, given the reported violations of human rights in Kazakhstan and the treatment of former Prime Minister Karim Massimov, what assessment they have made of (1) the threat to the UK’s long-term relations with Kazakhstan, and (2) the UK's wider security interests in the region.
tabling member printed	Lord Alton of Liverpool
uin	HL6657
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 21/03/2022 answer text <p>The Government is following events in Kazakhstan closely. We greatly regret the loss of life and injuries sustained as a result of unrest in January and condemned the violence and destruction of property that occurred. We await a full account of what led to these unprecedented events.</p><p>In my recent meetings with Kazakh counterparts, including Deputy Foreign Minister Vassilenko on 2 March, I [Lord Ahmad] asked for an update on the commission set up by President Tokayev to investigate the causes of the violence. We have stressed that this process should be conducted urgently, transparently and effectively, and have sought reassurance that Kazakhstan's international human rights obligations, including commitments to due process and freedom of speech and expression, will be respected.</p><p>Kazakhstan is an important partner for the UK. We have built a productive dialogue and wide-ranging ties over the 30 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations, sharing experience and jointly tackling global challenges including on security issues. We are committed to furthering that cooperation and will seek opportunities, with international partners, to encourage the economic and social reform priorities set out by President Tokayev.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon grouped question UIN HL6656 question first answered 21/03/2022 16:57:05 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	738 label Biography information for Lord Alton of Liverpool

1438458

registered interest
date	07/03/2022
answering body	Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
answering dept id	208
answering dept short name	Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
hansard heading	Armed Conflict: Sexual Offences
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the Red Line initiative pioneered by Dr Denis Mukwege which aims to establish a binding treaty obliging states to end sexual violence in conflict; and what plans they have, if any, to provide support for this initiative.
tabling member printed	Lord Alton of Liverpool
uin	HL6658
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 21/03/2022 answer text <p>The Foreign Secretary is determined to strengthen the global response to conflict-related sexual violence and build a new consensus to prevent these atrocities.</p><p>On 16 November 2021, the Foreign Secretary launched a campaign to end violence against women and girls in conflict around the world: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/foreign-secretary-launches-campaign-to-tackle-sexual-violence-in-conflict-around-the-world</p><p>We are exploring all options for stronger international action, including a new international convention. The proposal put forward by Dr Mukwege during his time on the G7 Gender Equality Advisory Council (GEAC) has informed the UK's exploration of a new convention, and we will continue to engage closely with the Red Line Initiative as this work develops.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon question first answered 21/03/2022 16:57:59 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	738 label Biography information for Lord Alton of Liverpool

1438460

registered interest
date	07/03/2022
answering body	Department for Transport
answering dept id	27
answering dept short name	Transport
answering dept sort name	Transport
hansard heading	Railway Stations
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government, further to the Written Answer by Baroness Vere of Norbiton on 20 December 2021 (HL4859), which stations (1) on HS2 lines, or (2) elsewhere, will have platform heights of 1115mm above rail.
tabling member printed	Lord Berkeley
uin	HL6659
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 21/03/2022 answer text <p>(1) The following HS2 stations will have a platform height of 1115 mm: Euston, Old Oak Common, Birmingham Interchange, Curzon Street. Subject to Royal Assent of draft legislation currently before Parliament, Manchester Airport and Manchester Piccadilly will have the same height.</p><p>(2) On the conventional network the Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB) standards specify a nominal height of 915mm. Platform heights may vary due to maintenance and historic reasons. Please note that the Crossrail central core and the Heathrow Express both have platforms at 1100mm to facilitate level boarding.</p> answering member printed Baroness Vere of Norbiton question first answered 21/03/2022 15:22:06 answering member 4580 label Biography information for Baroness Vere of Norbiton
tabling member	3526 label Biography information for Lord Berkeley

1438461

registered interest
date	07/03/2022
answering body	Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
answering dept id	208
answering dept short name	Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
hansard heading	Russia: Ukraine
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of allegations of rape and sexual violence committed against civilians in Ukraine by Russian forces; and what steps they intend to take in response.
tabling member printed	Baroness Helic
uin	HL6663
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 21/03/2022 answer text <p>We are horrified by reports of rape and sexual violence committed by Russian armed forces in Ukraine. As the Foreign Secretary has made clear, Russia's barbaric acts must be investigated and those responsible held to account. That is why the UK worked with partners to refer the situation in Ukraine to the ICC, to establish a Commission of Inquiry through the UN Human Rights Council and, with the support of Ukraine, to establish an OSCE Mission of Experts under the Moscow Mechanism.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon question first answered 21/03/2022 17:31:52 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	4331 label Biography information for Baroness Helic

1438463

registered interest
date	07/03/2022
answering body	Northern Ireland Office
answering dept id	21
answering dept short name	Northern Ireland
answering dept sort name	Northern Ireland
hansard heading	Northern Ireland Office: USA
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government whether any (1) Ministers, (2) civil servants, or (3) special advisers, will be attending St Patrick’s Day celebrations in the United States of America in March in an official capacity; and if so, what is the cost of any such attendance.
tabling member printed	Baroness Hoey
uin	HL6665
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 16/03/2022 answer text <p>The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland's visit has not yet concluded and it is not, therefore, possible to provide the information requested.</p> answering member printed Lord Caine question first answered 16/03/2022 13:16:17 answering member 4581 label Biography information for Lord Caine
tabling member	210 label Biography information for Baroness Hoey

1438464

registered interest
date	07/03/2022
answering body	Department for Education
answering dept id	60
answering dept short name	Education
answering dept sort name	Education
hansard heading	Higher Education
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of potential benefits in enabling Indian Institutes of Technology and other accredited international providers to offer higher education in England.
tabling member printed	Lord Johnson of Marylebone
uin	HL6667
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 21/03/2022 answer text <p>The government’s update to the International Education Strategy, published in February 2021, sets out the importance of education partnerships and of identifying key opportunities for foreign direct investment into the United Kingdom. India is set out as a priority country for education engagement in this strategy. It is a key focus for the UK’s International Education Champion, Sir Steve Smith.</p><p>The 2030 Roadmap for India-UK future relations explicitly references education and research, and commits the department to expanding cooperation between its higher education institutions.</p> answering member printed Baroness Barran question first answered 21/03/2022 12:06:45 answering member 4703 label Biography information for Baroness Barran
tabling member	4039 label Biography information for Lord Johnson of Marylebone

1438466

registered interest
date	07/03/2022
answering body	Department for Education
answering dept id	60
answering dept short name	Education
answering dept sort name	Education
hansard heading	Higher Education
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government what plans, if any, they have to set out clear and accessible guidance on the regulatory process for foreign institutions to register to provide higher education in England.
tabling member printed	Lord Johnson of Marylebone
uin	HL6668
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 21/03/2022 answer text <p>The Higher Education and Research Act 2017 sets out that the Office for Students (OfS) must establish and maintain a register of English higher education (HE) providers. New providers wishing to register with the OfS must be, or intend to become, an English HE provider. The OfS publishes advice and application documents for providers seeking to register on its website. This is available at: <a href="https://www.officeforstudents.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/regulation/how-to-register/" target="_blank">https://www.officeforstudents.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/regulation/how-to-register/</a>.</p> answering member printed Baroness Barran question first answered 21/03/2022 12:05:31 answering member 4703 label Biography information for Baroness Barran
tabling member	4039 label Biography information for Lord Johnson of Marylebone

1438467

registered interest
date	07/03/2022
answering body	Department for Education
answering dept id	60
answering dept short name	Education
answering dept sort name	Education
hansard heading	Office for Students
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government what steps, if any, they have taken to ensure that the Office for Students’ regulatory approach is supportive of start-up and scale-up businesses and offers a stable environment for long-term investment.
tabling member printed	Lord Johnson of Marylebone
uin	HL6669
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 21/03/2022 answer text <p>The Office for Students (OfS) considers financial sustainability and business plans when assessing providers during registration.</p><p>The OfS is planning further work on minimising regulatory burden on all providers, including those who are new and/or small, to support them to focus on high quality teaching and research. More detail on this, together with its regulatory approach, will be published later this month in the OfS’s new strategy for 2022 to 2025.</p><p>The OfS also currently minimises the impact of its regulatory approach on micro and new providers by limiting its registration fees for those providers.</p><p>The Higher Education (HE) (Registration Fees) (England) Regulations 2021 continue to contain a micro-entity exemption. This exemption protects the very smallest HE providers (employing up to 50 people) by providing a 100% registration fee exemption.</p><p>These most recent regulations also retain protections for new providers in relation to registration fees: the regulations continue to allow for the OfS to charge reduced fees to those new institutions who decide to register with it.</p> answering member printed Baroness Barran question first answered 21/03/2022 13:50:59 answering member 4703 label Biography information for Baroness Barran
tabling member	4039 label Biography information for Lord Johnson of Marylebone

1438469

registered interest
date	07/03/2022
answering body	Department for Education
answering dept id	60
answering dept short name	Education
answering dept sort name	Education
hansard heading	Higher Education: Standards
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government (1) how many higher education providers have offered validation services, and (2) how many institutions have been validated, in each of the last five years.
tabling member printed	Lord Johnson of Marylebone
uin	HL6670
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 21/03/2022 answer text <p>The Office for Students (OfS) holds data on validation arrangements although this is dependent on the reliability of data submitted to the Higher Education Statistics Agency and Individual Learner Record to remain data collections. Previous inaccuracies in the data and other changes in the sector such as mergers between providers and providers leaving the higher education sector means that it is not possible to provide meaningful information over a 5- year period.</p><p>In 2020/21 the OfS reports that:</p><ul><li>92 OfS-registered providers have been identified as the awarding body for other providers’ students, i.e. appeared to be offering validation services in 2020/21.</li><li>310 OfS-registered providers identify another entity as the awarding body for some or all of their students i.e. appear to be utilising validation services in 2020/21.</li></ul><p> </p><p>It should be noted that providers may start and exit validation arrangements as they see fit and are free to negotiate these contracts between themselves. As a result, the OfS cannot accurately determine precisely how many higher education providers have offered validation services, only how many have current validation arrangements in 2020/21.</p> answering member printed Baroness Barran question first answered 21/03/2022 17:15:39 answering member 4703 label Biography information for Baroness Barran
tabling member	4039 label Biography information for Lord Johnson of Marylebone