Disablement Officers

Part of Oral Answers to Questions — Church Commissioners – in the House of Commons am 12:00 am ar 4 Mawrth 1991.

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Photo of Mr Michael Alison Mr Michael Alison , Selby 12:00, 4 Mawrth 1991

I am aware of the difficulties to which my hon. Friend refers. He may not be aware that more than half our Anglican church buildings are more than 500 years old, which is the starting point of the difficulties involved in ensuring easy access. I am glad to say that all new parish churches are advised to provide access for the disabled. Having been in touch with the rector, I am glad to be able to report that access will be provided at St. James, Piccadilly for the disabled visitor in the foreseeable future.