Allotments

Baroness Eaton Excerpts

Wednesday 3rd December 2014 Lords Chamber

[Baroness Williams of Trafford]

As the noble Baroness will know, local authorities have obligations in the area of disability, such as compliance with the DDA. Any council land should, as far as possible, be DDA compliant. Gardening is an excellent activity for local disabled people to get involved in.

[Baroness Eaton (Con)]

Are Her Majesty’s Government using allotments as a way to promote community well-being?

[Baroness Williams of Trafford]

I draw my noble friend’s attention to the Near Neighbours project. There are three very good examples in Luton, Dewsbury and Hackney, where local faith groups come together not just to grow things together but to enjoy time together. It stands to reason that being out and about with members of your local community is very good for promoting general well-being.