§ Mr. Murphyasked the Secretary of State for Employment what recent representations he has received seeking the extension of the enterprise allowance scheme to cover the whole of the United Kingdom; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Peter MorrisonA number of representations have been made by hon. Members, local authorities and other organisations about extending the enterprise allowance scheme. The current trials are proceeding satisfactorily but any extension must depend on the final evaluation of the results and the finance available.