§ Mr. McMasterTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland when he last met representatives of organisations representing disabled people to discuss comprehensive anti-discrimination legislation; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Stewart[holding answer 10 February 1994]: My noble and learned Friend the Minister of State met the all-party disablement group on 24 February 1993.
My right hon. Friend the Minister of State for Social Security and Disabled People is taking forward his remit from the Prime Minister to identify areas where further action, without expenditure implications, can be taken to eliminate discrimination against disabled people, within the Government's policy of tackling the problem through a programme of education, persuasion and practical help backed up by targeted legislation, as necessary.