§ Mr. Dubsasked the Secretary of State for Employment how many people currently are unemployed in the London area; how many are on Manpower Services Commission schemes; and what were the comparable figures a year ago.
§ Mr. Peter MorrisonAt 12 February 1981, the number of people registered as unemployed in Greater London was 248,941 compared with 144,586 at 14 February 1980. I am informed by the Manpower Services Commission that the following figures apply for special programme schemes in London.
London region Filled places 31 January 1980 Filled places 31 January 1981 Youth opportunities programme 4,100 4,300 Special temporary employment programme 770 650