HC Deb 07 March 2003 vol 400 cc1272-3W
Dr. Cable

To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what consultation took place when considering the design of the PIN pads installed in post offices to enable people to withdraw benefits and other payments in cash; over what period of time the consultation took place; how many meetings were held; and what the costs were of (a) the PIN pads,(b) installation,(c) training and (d) making the PIN pads available for use in post offices. [101360]

Mr. Timms

These are matters which fall within the day-to-day responsibility of Post Office Ltd. I have therefore asked the Chief Executive to reply direct to the hon. Member.