§ Q3. Mr. Boydenasked the Prime Minister what steps he is taking to coordinate the plans of the Secretary of State for Education and Science and the Minister of Labour in providing education and training for young workers.
§ The Prime MinisterMy right hon. Friends concerned with this matter are in close consultation as is shown, for example, by the vigorous implementation of the provisions of the Industrial Training Act passed this year.
§ Mr. BoydenIs the Prime Minister aware that many new features will 1110 develop with the Industrial Training Act and the expansion of day release? Does not he consider that he should strengthen the Ministry of Labour and the Department of Education and Science, ask the local education authorities to strengthen local organisation and set up some new organisation to cope with this new development?
§ The Prime MinisterI do not think that, so hard on the heels of the Act, there is need for a new organisation. My right hon. Friends the Minister of Labour and the Secretary of State for Education and Science work together very closely on this matter. If the hon. Gentleman has any specific thing in mind, I will consider it.
§ Mr. Dudley SmithNevertheless, does not my right hon. Friend agree that the Act marks a major advance in the facilities available for young people?
§ The Prime MinisterYes, Sir. It is an extremely valuable Measure.