§ Mr. Tapsellasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what is the average length of time which it takes for an appeal against insurance officers' decisions to be heard by the National Insurance Commissioners.
§ Mr. SwinglerThe time taken for appeals to be heard varies according to the complexity of the case, the need to obtain further evidence and the time taken to arrange oral hearings. The majority of appeals are dealt with in four to six months.