HC Deb 11 June 1991 vol 192 cc519-20W
Mrs. Mahon

To ask the Secretary of State for Social Security what is the average delay that a claimant for family credit experiences between applying for the benefit and receiving an award; how many claimants there are for family credit; and what measures are proposed to improve service to the low paid and people in need.

Mr. Jack

The administration of family credit is a matter for Mr. Michael Bichard, the chief executive of the Benefits Agency. He will write to the hon. Member and copies will be placed in the Library and the Public Information Office.