HC Deb 26 March 1998 vol 309 c260W
25. Ms Christine Russell

To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Employment what plans he has to establish a disability rights commission. [34919]

Mr. Alan Howarth

The Disability Rights Task Force has been considering the role and functions of a Disability Rights Commission. It is expected to report its conclusions to the Government by the end of March. The Government will give careful consideration to the Task Force's recommendations.

Mr. Burstow

To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Employment when the disability rights task force will publish its report on the establishment of a commission. [34918]

Mr. Alan Howarth

The Disability Rights Task Force is expected to report its conclusions to the Government by the end of March. Its report will be made available via the Internet and copies will be placed in the Libraries.

Mr. Oaten

To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Employment when the Disability Rights Task Force will report. [36412]

Mr. Alan Howarth

The Disability Rights Task Force is expected to make recommendations on the role and functions of a Disability Rights Commission by the end of March 1998 and provide a full report of its recommendations on wider civil rights issues no later than July 1999.