§ 20. Dr. Goodson-WickesTo ask the Secretary of State for Employment how many schools are currently taking part in the compact initiative; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. CopeThe Training Agency has received proposals for operational compacts in 28 inner city areas to date. These plans indicate that once the proposals are approved and begin operation in September a total of 260 schools in these areas will be covered. All compacts have plans to expand in subsequent years.
The quality of applications have been impressive and show what can be achieved when education and business work together to meet the needs of their locality.