§ Mr. Alfred Morrisasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what recent representations he has received from Mrs. Nicole Davoud of the Multiple Sclerosis Society about unemployed disabled people who suffer from partial incapacity; what reply he is sending; if there is any action he is taking; and if he will make a statement.
§ Sir Geoffrey HoweI have recently received a letter from Mrs. Nicole Davoud on behalf of the Multiple Sclerosis Society about the situation of unemployed disabled people who suffer from partial incapacity and are thus only able to work on a part time basis. I have replied that this is the responsibility of the Secretary of State for Social Services, who is currently reviewing the position. Any proposals that may be put forward will, of course, have to be considered in the light of the resources available at the time.