§ Mr. Tim Smithasked the Secretary of State for Employment how many young people were unemployed at the latest available date in each of the following age groups; and what has been the average over the last 12 months (a) 16 to 18 years and (b) 16 to 19 years.
§ Mr. GoldingThe numbers registered as unemployed are analysed by age groups twice a year. The analysis identifies those under 18 years of age and those aged 18 to 19. The following table gives the information available for Great Britain.
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Under 18 18–19 Under 20 January 1977 122,366 129,962 252,328 July 1977 312,704 143,497 456,201 January 1978 134,847 139,975 274,822 The figures for July reflect the inclusion of school leavers, then at its peak.