§ Mr. Robert McCartneyTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if she will review the decision by the Department of Finance and Personnel not to exercise its discretion to allow a late transfer of the superannuation rights of Mr. W. J. Allen to the Department of Education; and if she will make a statement about the types of extenuating circumstances which have applied to such transfers. [22806]
§ Mr. Paul MurphyThe Department of Education for Northern Ireland and the Department of Finance and Personnel are examining the issues raised in this matter. It is not possible to respond fully within the specified timescale but a Ministerial reply will be issued as soon as possible.