To ask the Parliamentary Secretary, Department for Constitutional Affairs how many applications for adjournment were made in the Principal Registry of the Family Division in London between 18 November and 1 December; what the average length of time was between application and hearing during that period; and which cases were heard within fewer than seven days.

Appeals to the High Court relating to applications for adjournment in the Family Division are relatively rare. Between the 18 November and 3 December there was one such appeal, this appeal was heard in fewer than 14 days.