asked the Minister for Labour if the target of 3 per cent for the employment of handicapped persons in the Civil Service has been reached.
Written Answers. - Employment of Handicapped Persons.
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The Government decision about the employment of disabled persons in the public service set the end of 1982 for the achievement of the 3 per cent quota.
Following a report by the National Rehabilitation Board on the best prospects of matching suitable job opportunities in the public service with likely candidates, I have invited the Civil Service Commission to hold a special competition as soon as possible for the recruitment of disabled persons to the Civil Service. The competition will shortly be announced.