§ 19. Mr. Viggersasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what are the steps which have been taken by her Department to assist in the efforts to reduce unemployment among school leavers.
§ Mr. OakesMy Department contributed to the development of the Manpower Services Commission's youth opportunities programme, and continues to be associated with its oversight. The education service contributes to the local management of that programme, and provides training courses and further education associated with work experience. My Department has also provided resources110W for the expansion of further education to meet the needs of young people faced with the prospect of unemployment.