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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 what assessment each government body or department has made of the value for money of the subscription fees paid to the Business Disability Forum for (1) membership or (2) partnership, and what criteria were used for each assessment.

Answer

This information is not held centrally. Government departments are responsible for decisions about whether to buy services from third sector organisations to support equality, diversity and inclusion in their organisations.

Cabinet Office procured the Business Disability Forum subscriptions as a partner following a review of market options. This included looking at both the technical offering and price. Any future subscriptions will be subject to updated market analysis and value for money considerations.

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
HL5932
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Fees and charges Government departments Subscriptions Business Disability Forum
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
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