HC Deb 19 July 1983 vol 46 cc93-4W
57. Mr. Eggar

asked the Secretary of State for Employment if he is satisfied with the number of community programmes put forward by non-public sector entities.

Mr. Peter Morrison

No. Although the overall level of response to the community programme is satisfactory, we are actively seeking to encourage more private sector sponsors to come forward with proposals for projects to help long-term unemployed people and the communities in which they live.

61. Sir John Biggs-Davison

asked the Secretary of State for Employment if he is satisfied with the response of local authorities and others to the community programme; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Peter Morrison

At the end of June almost 106,000 places had been approved on the community programme — including the community enterprise programme. Over 64,000 of these had been filled. I am satisfied with the progress so far.