§ Mr. Andrew TurnerTo ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions how much has been spent in the last 12 months, and how much is planned to be spent in the next 12 months, on upgrading premises and equipment at Shanklin Jobcentre. [176365]
§ Jane KennedyThe administration of Jobcentre Plus is a matter for the Chief Executive of Jobcentre Plus, David Anderson. He will write to the hon. Member. Jobcentre Plus.
Letter from David Anderson to Andrew Turner, dated 27 May 2004:
The Secretary of State has asked me to reply direct to your question concerning how much money has been spent on upgrading the premises and equipment at Shanklin Jobcentre in the last 12 months and plans for expenditure in the next 12 months. This is something which falls within the responsibilities delegated to me as Chief Executive of Jobcentre Plus.
Shanklin Jobcentre has not required any works in the last 12 months other than routine maintenance; therefore no monies have been spent on upgrading the building. However, in line with the national programme of upgrading the IT systems in all offices, Shanklin Jobcentre's IT system has been upgraded. We are unable to give the precise cost involved as it was funded from the national programme.
Due to the current roll-out plans of Jobcentre Plus services to the Isle of Wight we have no plans for expenditure over the next 12 months.
I hope this is helpful.