HC Deb 09 March 1964 vol 691 c2W
Mr. Randall

asked the Minister of Labour how many apprenticeships were available for boys in Gateshead during 1963; what percentage this respresented of school leavers; and what were the respective figures for 1962.

Mr. Whitelaw

286, representing 39.1 per cent. of boys entering employment. The corresponding figures for 1962 were 394 and 45.3 per cent.