asked Her Majesty's Government:

What is the reason for the delay in answering the Question for Written Answer tabled by Lord Lester of Herne Hill (HL5212) on 1 September on whether they will make representations to the Government of France to recognise United Kingdom civil partnerships in the same way that a French pacte civil de solidarité is recognised in the United Kingdom under the Civil Partnership Act 2004. [HL5718]

The reply to HL5212 was delayed due to an administrative error. It was answered on 21 October, and I apologise for the delay.