HC Deb 02 August 1961 vol 645 c193W
Mr. G. Roberts

asked the President of the Board of Trade how many applications for assistance under the Local Employment Act, 1960, have now been received from England, Wales, and Scotland, respectively; and how many have been granted or rejected or are still under consideration.

Mr. Maudling

The following table sets out the information requested in respect of applications for financial assistance under the Local Employment Act up to 17th July, 1961:

Applications received Offers of assistance Applications unsuccessful Under consideration or awaiting information
England 250 107 98 45
Wales 78 17 42 19
Scotland 230 78 102 50

Mr. G. Roberts

asked the President of the Board of Trade how many applications have been received from South Caernarvonshire for assistance under the Local Employment Act, 1960; and how many have been granted or rejected or are still under consideration.

Mr. Maudling

Six applications for financial assistance under Local Employment Act have been received from South Caernarvonshire. Two offers of assistance have been made, two applications have been unsuccessful and two are under consideration.