Lord Lucasasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether, if so requested by a Peer, they will send the personal copy of a reply to a question for Written Answer to him by e-mail using the Parliamentary Data and Video Network; and, if so, how such a request should be made.
§ The Lord Privy Seal (Lord Richard)It is a matter for each individual Department whether they have the means to provide answers to written questions in electronic form instead of on paper. Steps are being taken to determine which departments are in a position to provide answers by e-mail. Once this information is available I will ensure that the House is informed and that the necessary mechanisms are made clear to Peers. I can assure the noble Lord that Her Majesty's Government are committed to using IT for the delivery of government services.