HC Deb 31 January 1978 vol 943 c91W
29. Mr. Hal Miller

asked the Secretary of State for Employment what further measures he will take to remedy the shortage of skilled workers in the country as a whole and the West Midlands in particular.

Mr. Golding

On 5th December my right hon. Friend announced the Government's support for the Manpower Services Commission's proposals to ensure that industry's long-term skill needs are met. He also announced additional special training measures for the year 1978–79. The West Midlands will benefit from these developments in common with the rest of the country.