§ Mr. Carter-Jonesasked the Lord Privy Seal what discussions Her Majesty's Government have had with the Council of Ministers of the European Community regarding measures the Community and member States can take during the 1981 International Year of Disabled People to assist handicapped people in the Community; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. HurdNone. The European Community has taken no initiative in the matter. The year is sponsored by the United Nations, and the United Kingdom, which sits on its advisory committee, is actively involved in the work.