HC Deb 28 June 1979 vol 969 cc273-4W
39. Mr. Steen

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what is the Government's policy towards the voluntary services unit; and what is the future role planned for it.

Mr. Raison

The role of the voluntary services unit will continue to be to serve as a focal point in Whitehall for the voluntary movement and as a source of financial support for voluntary organisations whose work spans the responsibilities of several Government Departments.

This role will be kept under review in the light of consultations which are proceeding on the report of the Wolfenden committee on the future of voluntary organisations and of the Government's general policies.