§ Mrs. EwingTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security (1) how many applications for social security appeals were received in(a) Scotland, (b) England, (c) Wales and (d) Northern Ireland in each year since 1992; [7741]
(2) what is the average waiting time for an applicant to have his or her appeal heard and for the appeal process to be completed in (a) Scotland, (b) England, (c) Wales and (d) Northern Ireland in each year since 1992; [7742]
(3) how many social security appeals were carried out by the Independent Tribunal Service in (a) Scotland, (b) England, (c) Wales and (d) Northern Ireland in each year since 1992. [7740]
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§ Mr. Keith BradleyThe Social Security Bill which was introduced on 9 July will modernise the delivery of Social Security. One of the key objectives is to improve the appeals system and reduce delays.
Questions on the operational performance of the Independent Tribunal Service in England, Scotland and Wales should be directed to its President, His Honour Judge Bassingthwaighte.
Questions on the operational performance of the Independent Tribunal Service in Northern Ireland should be directed to its President, Mr. Conal MacLynn.