§ Mr. Hannamasked the Secretary of State for Employment what action he is taking, in view of the fact that disabled people will no longer be able to receive an invalid vehicle, to assist them to get to work and earn their living, especially those who are seeking employment for the first time; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Wrigglesworthasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what special help is available specifically to assist disabled people to travel to and from work; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. John GrantI have been asked to reply to the Question to the Secretary of State for Social Services.
I am advised by the Manpower Services Commission that disablement resettlement officers of the Employment Service Agency, and careers officers of local education authorities, are being reminded of the availability of the agency's scheme under which severely disabled people, employed under special conditions in ordinary employment, who need personal transport to get to and from work, and who would otherwise suffer financial hardship, can receive financial assistance.