HC Deb 25 November 1968 vol 774 cc15-6W
Mr. Dalyell

asked the Secretary of State for Employment and Productivity what she has done to encourage group training schemes in Scotland through the Engineering Industry Training Board.

Mr. Hattersley

This is the responsibility of the Board which makes gener- ous grants to assist with the development of group training schemes. There are now 20 Engineering Board schemes in Scotland.

Mr. Dalyell

asked the Secretary of State for Employment and Productivity what grants she gives towards induction and safety training for young employees in Scotland through the Engineering Industry Training Board.

Mr. Hattersley

None; but the Training Board pays grant from its own funds in these cases.