HC Deb 04 May 1971 vol 816 c1158
20. Mr. Alfred Morris

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what consultation he has had with the Central Council for the Disabled concerning the implementation of the Chronically Sick and Disabled Persons Act; what action he is taking; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Alison

My right hon. Friend is in touch with the Council with a view to arranging an early meeting.

Mr. Morris

Does the hon. Gentleman agree that the long awaited report published today by the Office of Population Censuses and Surveys contains some really shocking findings emphasising the need for urgent further consultation with the Central Council about the implementation of the Act? Will his right hon. Friend be making a statement in this House today or tomorrow about the report, and can he say when the report is likely to be debated?

Mr. Alison

The report is being studied. We shall hope to discuss it with the Central Council when its representatives come to see us. There is a great deal of material in it which needs full appraisal and digestion.