RADAR'S MP DISABILITY DIALOGUE CAMPAIGN

Early day motion 1797, tabled 11 May 2011 by Anne McGuire (Labour). Signed by 45 members.

That this House recognises the importance of engaging with disabled people and increasing diversity in political life; notes that in 2010 a poll showed 88 per cent. of disabled people felt that their voices were not heard by elected representatives; further notes that only 32 per cent. of people with learning disabilities voted; regrets that this House has so few hon. Members with a declared disability; welcomes Radar's MP Disability Dialogue which aims to encourage disabled people and local disability organisations to engage in the democratic process and feel more confident about meeting their MPs and to give hon. Members of all parties increased confidence to communicate with and represent their disabled constituents effectively; and therefore calls on all hon. Members to participate in the Dialogue which starts on 12 May 2011 and runs until the end of June 2011.

Signatures by party: Labour 24, Liberal Democrat 10, DUP 4, Conservative 3, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2, Alliance 1, Plaid Cymru 1.