§ Mr. CrausbyTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what percentage of the total workforce in his Department is registered as disabled; and what steps he is taking to encourage the employment of disabled people in his Department. [102040]
§ Mr. Paul MurphyMy Department has a staff of 37 and none are registered as disabled.
However, my Department has an Equal Opportunities policy that all eligible people should have equality of opportunity for employment and advancement on the basis of their ability, qualifications and suitability for work. This means that no job applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of disability.