§ Mr. McMasterTo ask the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster what percentage of the total work force in his Department are registered as disabled; what steps he is taking to encourage the employment of disabled people within his Department; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. WaldegraveThe proportion of registered disabled persons employed by the Cabinet Office is 1.3 per cent. The Cabinet Office is an equal opportunities employer, and continually seeks to encourage the employment of people with disabilities.