§ Mr. Andrew F. Bennettasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry how many payments have been made in the iron and steel employees readaption benefits scheme; how many payments are outstanding for (a) one, (b) two, (c) three or (d) more than three months; what steps are being taken to speed up payments; if all arrears of payment will be cleared by Christmas; and if Her Majesty's Government are benefiting from the interest earned on the late payment of moneys due under this scheme.
§ Mr. Giles ShawI regret that the information requested is not available in the form requested. I shall he writing to the hon. Member shortly.