§ Mr. Carter-Jonesasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what representations he has received from the National Disabled Passengers' Association concerning the outdoor mobility needs of severely disabled people who can neither walk nor drive nor use public transport; and what reply he has made to this newly formed association.
§ Mr. Alfred MorrisMy right hon. Friend and I recently received letters from Miss Hilary Jones about her intention to set up such an association. I understand that a steering committee has been formed and that efforts are going ahead to get the association firmly established. Associations of this kind can be of very great value in emphasising the varying needs of different groups of disabled people and I keep closely in touch with many such bodies. I am writing to Miss Jones to assure her of the Government's commitment to mobility help based on the disability of the disabled person and not just his or her ability to drive; and also to wish her well in forming this new association.