§ Mr. Arthur Lewisasked the Secretary of State for Social Services why it took him until 10th January 1974 to reply to the hon. Member for West Ham, North's letter of 1st December 1973 concerning two hospital patients ; what was contained in his reply which could not have been sent immediately ; and whether he will expedite replies in future.
§ Mr. AlisonI am writing to the hon. Member.