asked Her Majesty's Government:

What has been the average length of full Cabinet meetings since Mr Gordon Brown became Prime Minister; and [HL3173]

What was the average length of full Cabinet meetings in (a) 2005, (b) 2006, and (c) 2007 while Mr Tony Blair was Prime Minister. [HL3174]

It is established practice not to disclose information relating to the proceedings of Cabinet, including average duration of meetings. It is generally not disclosed as to do so could harm the frankness and candour of internal discussion.