HC Deb 18 November 1986 vol 105 cc172-3W
84. Mr. Ottaway

asked the Paymaster General if he will make a statement on the Government's voluntary code on the late payment of debts.

Mr. Trippier

The practical guidance booklet "Payment on Time" received wide circulation in the business community and response to it has been good. The problems caused by delayed payment will not be solved overnight and I aim to continue encouraging a change of attitudes towards payment practice.