Commons Bill [HL]

I thank the Minister. I must say that I am disappointed; my amendment is attached to that paragraph. It would be better if some steer were given. Perhaps before Report, the Minister could tell the Committee what is the average timetable currently. He mentioned between four and six months, but that is an average. That may well be acceptable, but the question obviously arises: can it take one or two years before it is finally determined? If the Minister could do that, I should again be grateful. At this stage, I thank him for his reply and I beg leave to withdraw the amendment. Amendment, by leave, withdrawn. Clause 38 agreed to. Clause 39 [Enforcement]: