§ Mr. AllenTo ask the Chairman of the Information Committee what facilities exist for training hon. Members on the use of word processors.
§ Mr. WallerTraining for hon. Members in all aspects of IT including word processors was considered by the Committee in its report "The Provision of Members' Information Technology Equipment, Software and Services"—first report, Session 1992–93, HC737—which was approved by the House on 30 June 1994. The report recommended, inter alia, the provision of a modest amount of basic on-site training which would be paid for by Members from their office costs allowance. Training in the use of the parliamentary data and video network is provided without charge to Members' office cost allowances.