§ Mr. Spearingasked the Secretary of State for Employment what steps he has taken to compare the vacancies for particular skills in each journey-to-work-area with the numbers obtaining City and Guilds certificates or similar qualifications; what comparative studies or material exist; and if he will make a statement concerning long-term skill supplies in this area of qualification.
§ Mr. GoldingI will reply to my hon. Friend as soon as possible.