HC Deb 29 November 1976 vol 921 cc55-6W
Mr. Steen

asked the Secretary of State for Employment what is the total cost of the census being carried out by young people on Merseyside under the Job Creation Programme; when it will be completed; and what it is proposed should be done with the information obtained.

Mr. Golding

I am informed by the Manpower Services Commission that a grant of £40,057 has been approved for the project, which is sponsored by Merseyside County Council. The project is due to end in February 1977. The results of the project will help the council to plan its services and longer-term strategies

Mr. Watkinson

asked the Secretary of State for Employment (1) how much of public funds has been spent on the various schemes presently in operation to encourage the creation and maintenance of jobs;

(2) how many schemes are presently in force to encourage the creation and maintenance of jobs.

Mr. Golding

I will reply to my hon. Friend as soon as possible.