HC Deb 16 June 1980 vol 986 cc397-8W
Mr. Alfred Morris

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what further action he is considering to improve access for disabled people to the built environment ; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Geoffrey Finsberg

This Department, in conjunction with the Department of Health and Social Security and the Welsh Office, is arranging to monitor the recommendations set out in the joint circular 59/78 "Adaptations of Housing for People who are Physically Handicapped".

The question whether the existing law on access for disabled people to public buildings might be strengthened is under consideration.