§ Mr. GibbTo ask the Secretary of State for Education and Skills which pupils have access to the independent advice provided by the Connexions service; and if he will make a statement. [99630]
§ Mr. Ivan LewisAll young people aged 13–19 have access to impartial information, advice and guidance offered by the Connexions service. Access is via maintained schools, city academies, colleges, high street centres and Connexions Direct, the telephone and web-based service currently being trialled in several areas of England.
295WYoung people also have access to the Youth Services, who can provide informal personal and social education for young people. They can help them prepare for adult life by:
- acquiring social skills,
- helping them to become responsible citizens and
- preparing them for the world of work.