Written question asked by Lord McFall of Alcluith (Labour) on Tuesday, 24 April 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 8 May 2001. It was answered by Lord Foulkes of Cumnock (Labour) on Tuesday, 8 May 2001 on behalf of the Scotland Office.

Scotland Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, What discussions she has had with the Scottish Executive about methods of publicising the children's tax credit in Scotland. (Failed OPQ).

Answer: Mr. McFall: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what discussions she has had with the Scottish Executive about methods of publicising the Children's Tax Credit in Scotland. [159306] Mr. Foulkes: We are in regular contact with colleagues in the Scottish Executive on a wide range of matters. My right hon. Friend launched the Children's Tax Credit in Scotland at the Inland Revenue's centre in East Kilbride as part of a successful UK campaign to remind people to claim the credit. She also promoted its up-take while visiting Lloyds TSB Scotland in Aberdeen. It can benefit up to 400,000 families in Scotland.

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