§ Mr. Guy Barnettasked the Secretary of State for Employment how many skillcentres were completed during the years 1977, 1978 and 1979; how many are currently under construction; and which ones he expects to be completed during 1980 and in 1981.
§ Mr. Jim LesterI shall reply to the hon. Member as soon as possible.
§ Mr. Hooleyasked the Secretary of State for Employment how many skillcentre places are there in South Yorkshire: and how many will be closed in 1980 and in 1981.
§ Mr. Jim Lester[pursuant to his reply15 January 1980]: I understand from the Manpower Services Commission that there are currently 443 skillcentre places available in South Yorkshire, at Sheffield and Doncaster skillcentres. Sheffield annexe is in process of closure, with its classes being transferred to the main centre. Doncaster skillcentre is included in a list of candidates for possible closure to be considered by the Manpower Services Commission at the end of this month.