§ Mr. Buchanasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what special measures his Department is now taking to deal with the problems arising from unemployment among school leavers in Scotland.
§ Mr. Dudley SmithI have been asked to reply.
My Department has already agreed to share with the Engineering Industry Training Board the costs of providing in 1972–73 an apprentice awards scheme and other industry training boards have been asked to consider the need for similar schemes for their industries. We are also providing support for the National Association of Youth Clubs' Community Industry Scheme which is operating in two areas in Scotland and is already providing employment for over 125 young people. The need for further measures is being kept closely under review.