§ 57. Mr. Pavittasked the Secretary of State for Employment what is the amount of financial support to be given by the Manpower Services Commission to Kilburn Skills; if the district manpower 107W committee concerned will be able to assist with the provision of materials for the projects now in train; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Golding:I am informed by the Manpower Services Commission that a grant of £ 33,082 was made to Kilburn Skills under the job creation programme to renovate premises for use as a training workshop for unemployed young people. The workshop is now in operation and is being funded under the MSC's youth opportunities programme (YOP). A maximum figure of £ 15,508 has been allocated by MSC for the setting up costs of the workshop. The operating loss will be reimbursed by the MSC subject to a maximum of £ 2,465 per occupied trainee place for a year in accordance with the funding arrangements for YOP training workshops.
It is not the role of district manpower committees to provide assistance for training workshops but the organisations represented by members may offer financial or other support if they wish.
The workshop will provide basic training and work experience in general building work, joinery, clerical and electrical work and catering. It will provide 48 places for young people and 12 for adult employees.