HL Deb 19 March 2003 vol 646 cc36-7WA
Lord Rogan

asked Her Majesty's Government:

How many applications have been made for electoral identity cards in each of the Northern Ireland constituencies. [HL1974]

Lord Williams of Mostyn

The information requested is not available by constituency. However, the total number of applications received as at 14 March 2003 was 55,225.

Lord Rogan

asked Her Majesty's Government:

How many electoral identity cards have been issued in each of the Northern Ireland constituencies. [HL1975]

Lord Williams of Mostyn

The information requested is not available by constituency. However, the total number of cards issued at 17 March 2003 was approximately 17,946.

Lord Rogan

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What is the average length of time taken to process applications for Northern Ireland electoral identity cards. [HL1976]

Lord Williams of Mostyn

The information requested is currently not available. However, the Electoral Office for Northern Ireland estimates that the minimum time required to process an application and issue a card is seven working days, provided the application is accurate and complete.