§ Mr. Greville Jannerasked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether he will take steps to promote retirement planning courses along the lines of those arranged by the Leicester Council for Voluntary Service.
§ Mr. OakesI have been asked to reply.
Preparation for retirement is recognised as an important element in provision for the elderly. Discussions are now taking place between my Department, the Home Office and the Departments of Employment and of Health and Social Security with a view to future arrangements for funding such activities.