§ Mr. John Morrisasked the Secretary of State for Wales how many school leavers are expected in Wales, West Glamorgan and the Port Talbot travel-to-work area during July; and how many are expected to find employment.
§ Mr. Nicholas EdwardsDetails of school leavers by month of leaving are not available. Estimates, however, suggest that for the summer term as a whole figures will be in the region of 40,000, 5,000 and 2,500 respectively.
As to employment prospects, for those not looking to pursue a course of further education it is not practicable to forecast future employment and unemployment levels. Many variable factors have to be taken into account. Opportunities for training and work experience will continue to be available on an increasing range and scale under the youth opportunities programme.