§ Mr. Ernie Rossasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what is the current rate of female unemployment in Scotland; and what action he is taking to remedy the situation.
§ Mr. Alexander FletcherOn 9 July 1981 the percentage rate for female unemployment in Scotland was 11. Employment prospects for women and men alike depend on the creation of a sound and competitive economy and this remains our first objective. The Government are seeking through the public employment and training services to widen the range of employment opportunities open to women particularly in technical and managerial fields.