asked the Leader of the House:
Further to her Written Answer on 17 December 2007 (WA 107) concerning the length of time taken to answer Parliamentary Questions, what was the outcome of her discussion with ministerial colleagues on this issue. [HL4340]
I regularly discuss this matter with ministerial colleagues and I have recently written to all Cabinet colleagues emphasising the importance of answering Questions for Written Answer within the 14-day deadline. My office also regularly reminds departments of the importance of responding to Questions within the deadline and registers concern with the relevant department every time an Answer becomes overdue.
asked the Leader of the House:
Further to her Answer on 10 June (Official Report, col. 840), how many of the 10 Questions for Written Answer to the Home Office which have been awaiting a reply for a month or more on 26 June come within the responsibility of the Minister of State for Borders and Immigration and Minister for the West Midlands, Mr Liam Byrne. [HL4484]
Records show that 14 Questions on immigration issues were overdue for answer on 30 June. My office is working closely with the Home Office to improve the department’s performance on Questions for Written Answer.