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Yet constructive engagement has not meant compromising on scrutiny. We moved swiftly through Committee, focused interventions where they mattered most and engaged extensively to set out concerns clearly and robustly. Where the Bill needed strengthening, we made the case firmly, and between Report and ping-pong we engaged with the Government in an attempt to secure meaningful change. While some issues have been revisited, many of which will be discussed today, progress has been more limited than we had hoped. That is disappointing, although we understand that further opportunities will arise through future legislation, including the next planning and nature Bills. In light of that, and given time constraints, we will not press further amendments for Commons consideration. We welcome ongoing discussions between the noble Baroness, Lady Coffey, and the Minister to ensure streamlined parliamentary scrutiny.