HC Deb 14 June 1965 vol 714 cc16-7
16. Mr. William Hamilton

asked the Minister of Labour if he is satisfied with the work being done by the Youth Employment Service; and what steps he has in mind for improvements in the Service.

Mr. Marsh

A Working Party of my right hon. Friend's National Youth Employment Council is at present examining the main issues facing the Youth Employment Service. In the light of its Report, which he hopes to receive this autumn, he will decide what steps should be taken to promote the further development of the Service.

Mr. Hamilton

Does my right hon. Friend recognise that this Service has been subject to quite a good deal of criticism in recent months? It is used predominantly by youngsters who have no qualifications and who leave school at 15 or 16. This particular section of the community has long been neglected and is most in need of help. Will my hon. Friend bring it to the notice of his right hon. Friend so that there is some sense of urgency m the matter?

Mr. Marsh

Yes. My right hon. Friend accepts entirely the point about the sense of urgency and will give the Report very close attention indeed.