§ Mr. Steenasked the Paymaster General when he hopes to pay Mrs. M. Curry, the proprietor of Pot Pourri, 23 Fore street, Salcombe, Devon, the first 13-week contribution of £195 under the new workers scheme, due on 10 October for the teenager she has employed since 10 July; why it took nearly two months for her to receive notification that the teenager had been accepted en to the scheme; and if he will explain the delay in payment.
§ Mr. LeeI am investigating this matter urgently and will write to my hon. Friend as soon as possible.