HC Deb 13 January 1977 vol 923 c540W
Mr. Arthur Lewis

asked the Prime Minister whether, in view of the complaints made by industry, taxpayers and Members of Parliament that Ministers are not available in their offices during parliamentary recess, he will issue a general direction that a person of ministerial rank should be available in all Departments of State during parliamentary recesses, with the exception of the actually declared public holidays.

The Prime Minister

No. Ministers are fully aware of their responsibilities.