HC Deb 14 July 1986 vol 101 cc381-3W
Mr. Chope

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland how many letters from hon. Members to his Department still awaiting a substantive reply were received more than

commissioners, with dates of appointment to the commission, together with details of the relevant background experience of each.

Mr. John MacKay

The information is as follows:

(a) one month ago, (b) two months ago, (c) three months ago and (d) four months ago; and if he will make a statement.

8. Mr. Rifkind

The information requested by the categories listed by the hon. Member is as follows:(a) 52; (b) 19; (c) 12; (d)

I hope shortly to take one or two particular policy decisions which will make it possible to reduce these numbers significantly, especially the numbers in categories (c) and (d).