HC Deb 27 November 1997 vol 301 c666W
Mr. Hinchliffe

To ask the Secretary of State for Social Security by what methods she monitors the efficiency of cross-agency working to combat social security and child maintenance fraud. [17237]

Mr. Denham

The efficiency and effectiveness of cross-Benefits Agency/Child Support Agency working are monitored in a variety of ways and at a number of levels. These include quarterly meetings of senior officials of both agencies, regular meetings of operational and headquarters staff, and the recording and analysis of management information.