HC Deb 10 February 1987 vol 110 c196W
36. Mr. Leadbitter

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what is the average length of time now being taken to deal with claims for single payments.

Mr. Lyell

Local offices do not routinely keep records of clearance times for single payment claims. However, claims are determined as soon as possible after all the information required has been collected; urgent cases are given priority.