§ Mr. Madelasked the Secretary of State for Employment how many young people under 19 years of age are currently studying draughtsmanship at Government skill-centres; and how many have done so in the past two years.
§ Mr. GoldingThe Manpower Services Commission informs me that under the Training Opportunities Scheme skill-centre courses in draughtsmanship are open only to those aged 19 or over. Skill-centre facilities are also available for trainees sponsored by their employers but, although young people under the age of 19 are eligible under the sponsored training scheme, none has attended a skill-centre draughtsmanship class during the past two years.