HC Deb 26 October 1987 vol 121 c195W
Mr. Nicholas Winterton

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what is the current average length of time which it takes him to reply to letters from right hon. and hon. Members.

Mr. Moore

On average 37 calendar days elapse between receipt of a letter from a right hon. or hon. Member and a reply being sent by a DHSS Minister.