United Kingdom parliament

Julie Smith

Member of the House of Lords · Liberal Democrat

Transcripts of what Julie Smith said in Parliament, sitting by sitting. Only speeches whose speaker is confirmed are shown.

3 sittings with a confirmed speech

Sittings appear here a month after they are held.

Latest speeches

  1. House of Lords · House of Lords · 15 September 2026

    • Statement – Ukraine war, Russian threats and UK defence readiness

      “My Lords, from these benches, I would like thoroughly to endorse everything the Earl of Minto has just said. We often say that on matters of defence, the official opposition and these benches are at one with His Majesty's government,…”
      Watch from 1:46:03

  2. European Affairs Committee · House of Lords · 15 September 2026

    • Military base autonomy and Schengen derogations

      “Thank you. I don't quite have a declaration of interest, but I did visit Gibraltar last year at the invitation of the Gibraltar government. So it falls slightly outside the declaration period, but I thought I would mention it. Just…”
      Watch from 27:46

    • Political drivers of the deal and constitutional ‘double lock’ on sovereignty

      “Thank you. I suspect President Trump and Vice President Vance would not be very enthusiastic to realize that they were helping the cause of European integration and cooperation. But in terms of the negotiations that we've seen across, as you…”
      Watch from 1:05:37

    • Political drivers of the deal and constitutional ‘double lock’ on sovereignty

      “Thank you. I'm a Liberal Democrat who along with the two main parties has been very supportive of Gibraltar and I don't have any further questions. I suspect some other members of the committee might wish to come back though.”
      Watch from 1:07:51

  3. Lords Grand Committee · House of Lords · 14 September 2026

    • Armed Forces complaints SI: Scrutiny, assurances and approval

      “My Lords, I'm delighted to welcome the noble lady to her place and thank her for introducing this draft statutory instrument so clearly and effectively. In many ways, we may be aiming for a record in how fast we can…”
      Watch from 3:16

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