HC Deb 09 July 1998 vol 315 c640W
Mr. Chope

To ask the President of the Board of Trade when she expects the ICL Pathway Project to be implemented in all Post Office outlets. [49506]

Mr. Ian McCartney

[holding answer 8 July 1998]: Current plans provide for all post offices to be automated by the end of 2000.

Mr. Chope

To ask the President of the Board of Trade in how many Post Offices the ICL Pathway Project is being trialled at present. [49507]

Mr. Ian McCartney

[holding answer 8 July 1998]: At present 204 post offices in the North-East and South-East of England have been automated and are paying Child Benefit by Payment Card as part of a limited trial.