§ Mr. Lomasasked the Prime Minister if he will make it the practice of his administration to give full answers to Questions by hon. Members rather than to refer them to a document in the Library, bearing in mind that the objects of Questions include informing the Member, placing the answer on the record, and providing the local Press with the information requested.
§ The Prime MinisterWhenever possible my right hon. and hon. Friends endeavour to give substantive answers but there are occasions when, for the convenience of the House, it is better to refer an hon. Member to information in the Library or in a previous answer or to write him a letter.