Written question asked by Julian Brazier (Conservative) on Monday, 13 December 1999, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 10 January 2000. It was answered by Lord Rooker (Labour) on Monday, 10 January 2000 on behalf of the Department of Social Security.

Dept of Social Security

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Social Security, What plans he has to unify his Department's computer system for benefit payments with that of the Inland Revenue. (Failed OPQ)

Answer: Mr. Brazier: To ask the Secretary of State for Social Security what plans he has to unify his Department's computer system for benefit payments with that of the Inland Revenue. [102957] Mr. Rooker: There are no plans to unify the Department's computer systems with those of the Inland Revenue. However, this Department, Inland Revenue, Department for Education and Employment and local authorities are working together to ensure that joined-up client-focused welfare services can be offered to all.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 102957; 342 c67W
Session: 1999-00
Question not reached: Yes
Subjects: Software Computers Department of Social Security Inland Revenue Payments Social security benefits