§ Mr. Kilroy-Silkasked the Secretary of State for Employment what extra courses for unemployed school leavers are to be provided by the TSA in Kirkby and Knowsley; and how many school leavers will be affected.
§ Mr. GoldingThe Manpower Services Commission informs me that there are at present 53 places for young people on short introductory courses at Kirkby College of Further Education. The Training Services Agency is currently negotiating for places in colleges and employers' establishments in the area and will take account of emerging demand from young people for training. School leavers from Kirkby and Knowsley will also be able to take advantage of training facilities elsewhere in Merseyside.