§ 60. Mr. David Watkinsasked the Secretary of State for Employment whether allowances made to persons undergoing full-time training at Government training centres equal to the level of income below which they would be entitled to family income supplement if in full-time remunerative employment.
§ Mr. Dudley SmithPrecise comparisons are not possible. Training allowances are tax-free and are supplemented by free mid-day meals and daily travel allowances. Trainees do not pay National Insurance Contributions. They are also eligible for earnings-related supplements of up to £7.00 per week. Taking these factors into account, training allowances are broadly comparable with the maximum earnings level below which family incomes supplements are payable.