§ Mr. WorthingtonTo ask the Secretary of State for Employment whether supermarkets will be able to offer community programme places to the unemployed under the new benefits plus scheme.
§ Mr. LeeNo. However, managing agents may wish to arrange work placements for their trainees with local employers, including those in the retail sector, as part of their personal development and where this would improve their chances of securing a job.
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§ Ms. ShortTo ask the Secretary of State for Employment whether he is yet ready to announce the level of the premium entitlement to be paid to participants on the new community programme; and if he will make a statement.