§ Mrs. RocheTo ask the Secretary of State for Employment how the funds allocated to TECs in 1993–94 specifically for areas affected by pit closures were spent; how much remained unspent; and if the remaining funds can be spent in 1994–95.
§ Miss WiddecombeFunds allocated to training and enterprise councils in 1993–94 for areas affected by pit closure were spent on additional training and enterprise measures in line with TEC plans.
The full amount allocated to TECs in 1993–94 for coal special measures was not spent because of the uncertainty surrounding pit closure dates. Unspent funds from 1993–94 have been re-allocated for TEC coal special measures in 1994–95. Planned expenditure on coal special measures in 1994–95 is around £40 million.