§ Mrs. MahonTo 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.
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§ Mr. JackThe 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.