HC Deb 05 July 1988 vol 136 c551W
34. Mr. McLeish

To ask the Secretary of State for Employment what representations he has received concerning the impact of the rules of the new adult training programme on the Crossroads (Scottish) attendance schemes; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Nicholls

We have received a number of representations from hon. Members about the future of the Crossroads attendance schemes. The voluntary sector has an important part to play in employment training and I hope most existing managing agents and sponsors will move forward into the new programme.