HC Deb 06 November 1995 vol 265 cc652-3W
Mr. Wigley

To ask the Secretary of State for Social Security what he estimates to be a practical timetable for implementing proposals to eliminate discrimination against disabled people; and if he will make a statement. [39684]

Mr. Burt

We will establish the National Disability Council early next year. After consultation and publication of draft regulations we plan to introduce the new rights in the employment field towards the end of 1996. The first of the many rights of access to goods and services—the right not to be refused service—will start at the same time, as will protection for disabled people seeking to rent or buy property. Following a similar process of consultation the remaining rights will be phased in subsequently.

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