HC Deb 02 July 1981 vol 7 c465W
Mr. Carter-Jones

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what communication he has had from the Council of Europe concerning the implementation in the United Kingdom of the resolution on adaption of housing and surrounding areas to the needs of disabled persons (AP(77)8); if he is planning to provide information to the Council of Europe on the action taken by the Government as requested in paragraph 12 of that resolution; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Stanley

My right hon. Friend has received no specific communication from the council of Europe concerning the implementation of resolution AP(77)8, a copy of which was sent to the Department through the usual official channels.

The criteria in the Council of Europe's resolution are adequately reflected in advice the Department has given in the past on the provision of housing for disabled people. This will be indicated in the report, which will be sent to the Secretary General next year as called for in the resolution.