§ Mr. Nellistasked the Secretary of State for Social Services when he expects to be able to decide on the application of Mr. R. J. Knight for a formal determination on whether Mr. Knight was in employed earners employment on 5 May 1983; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. LyellMr. Knight made a formal application on 27 March 1986 to my right hon. Friend to decide whether he was in employed earners employment. The application was subsequently amended by Mr. Knight on 15 June 1986. A formal inquiry will be held shortly when Mr. Knight will be invited to give further evidence so that the facts of the case can be determined.
The timing of the result of this inquiry cannot be predicted, but normally a final decision can be expected within six months.