HC Deb 17 July 1979 vol 970 cc442-3W
24. Mr. Bruce-Gardyne

asked the Secretary of State for Employment if he will define the criteria by which the Manpower Services Commission selects the location of its employment offices and jobcentres with reference to its statutory duty.

Mr. Jim Lester

I am informed by the Manpower Services Commission that it seeks to provide a public employment service which is accessible to the majority of the population. Location of a jobcentre or an employment office in a particular community depends primarily on the need for such services and the cost of providing them.

42. Mr. Crowther

asked the Secretary of State for Employment what representations he has received about the proposed location of the Manpower Services Commission offices in Sheffield.

Mr. Jim Lester

Following the announcement of 11 June of a reappraisal of the dispersal programme, I have received representations from a number of persons and organisations including hon. Members, the city council of Sheffield and Civil Service unions concerned.