§ Mr. Gouldasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what is the average delay in issuing driving licences to applicants; and what measures he is taking to reduce the delays suffered by some applicants.
§ Mr. CarmichaelSix working days. The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Centre is constantly reviewing and improving its procedures. I shall be keeping a very close eye on progress and hope to visit the centre shortly to see at first hand the work which is being done.