To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what representations he has received from the Spastics Society in Wales seeking a meeting to discuss initiatives for people with physical handicaps; when the need for such a meeting was first discussed; and when it is now expected to take place.

A meeting was held with the regional manager of the society on 17 March, at which a number of matters were discussed. My understanding is that the society, in conjunction with the Wales Council for the Disabled, is currently preparing a report outlining its proposals for a strategy for those in Wales with physical handicaps. Further discussions can be arranged when this report is ready.

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what assistance his Department will give to the Spastics Society in Wales towards providing a computer facility to the society's work in Wales; and whether any assistance can be funded out of underspending on his Department's votes for 1987–88.

Our Department is still considering the request which has been made by the society although it was not possible to make any assistance available in 1987–88.