HC Deb 13 May 1998 vol 312 c143W
22. Mr. Ennis

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if she will make a statement on the consultation process prior to the establishment of the Equality Commission. [40702]

Mr. Worthington

The White Paper "Partnership of Equality" invited written comments on a proposal for the establishment of a single Equality Commission. Consultation on this proposal will extend to 12 June 1998, after which comments will be given careful consideration by the Government before final decisions are made.