§ Miss LestorTo ask the Prime Minister what action is proposed by Her Majesty's Government to celebrate the UN Year of the Family 1994; and which Minister is responsible for its co-ordination and implementation.
§ The Prime MinisterFamily policy bears on the responsibilities of a number of Government Departments, who in 1994 and beyond will be taking appropriate steps within their remits to strengthen our commitment to the family. We also support the United Kingdom Association for the International Year of the Family, which will be organising and overseeing activities within the United Kingdom during the year.
During the International Year of the Family, domestic and international issues touching on the family will continue to be led and co-ordinated in the usual way, depending on the key departmental interest. However, my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Social Security will act as a liaison point for the co-ordination and exchange of information about and during the year.