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Written question asked by Lord Shinkwin (Conservative) on Tuesday, 18 March 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 1 April 2025. It was answered by Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent (Labour) on Tuesday, 1 April 2025 on behalf of the Cabinet Office.


Government Departments: Business Disability Forum

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government how much each government department or body that is (1) a member, or (2) a partner, of the Business Disability Forum has paid in subscription fees in each year of its membership or partnership.

Answer

The Cabinet Office is a partner of the Business Disability Forum and has been a member since 2020. The Cabinet Office paid £26,400 for 2024/25. The annual cost varies each year.

Information on which Government Departments and bodies are members and the subscription fees paid is not held centrally.

The Business Disability Forum (BDF) provides support and guidance to the Cabinet Office on accessibility and disability-related issues, including reviews of procedures and policies, guidance on accessible training materials, and training for staff.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL5930
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Fees and charges Government departments Subscriptions Business Disability Forum
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk