§ Mr. Arthur Lewisasked the Secretary of State for Wales whether he will give the average time taken by his Department to send formal acknowledgements of receipt and replies to letters sent to him 134W generally and by Members of Parliament in particular; how these times compare with a stated period as long ago as may be conveniently recorded; and what action he has taken or intends taking to expedite these replies to the taxpayer and their elected representatives.
§ Mr. John MorrisLetters addressed to Welsh Office Ministers are acknowledged on the day of receipt. The other information requested is not readily available, but it remains my policy that all correspondence should be answered expeditiously.