HC Deb 20 March 1963 vol 674 cc76-7W
Mr. Randall

asked the Minister of Labour what is the number of firms from which boys and girls are on short-time and registered at the Gateshead Youth Employment Bureau; how many of such boys and girls are so registered; how many boys and girls are unemployed; what are the future prospects of full-time employment for them; and what action he proposes to take on these matters.

Mr. Hare

During the week commencing 10th March, 19 boys and 3 girls on short-time from 12 firms were registered at the Gateshead Youth Employment Bureau. On 11th March, 235 boys and 53 girls were registered for employment. I am informed that the prospects of those on short-time resuming full-time working are fair. The Youth Employment Service is making every effort to find suitable employment for the unemployed young people.