HC Deb 02 April 1984 vol 57 cc394-5W
Mr. Mason

asked the Secretary of State for Employment what reductions he has effected in the youth training schemes in Barnsley and district, particularly those sponsored by voluntary organisations under mode B1; why these reductions are taking place; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Peter Morrison

In fact, a small increase in the total number of places provided under the youth training scheme in the Barnsley district is planned for 1984–85. Within this total, the level of mode B1 provision is planned to remain the same. We are confident that the needs of youngsters in the area will be met.

Mr. Nellist

asked the Secretary of State for Employment if he will provide copies of the progress reports about the youth training scheme referred to in his answer of 6 March, Official Report, column 534, to the hon. and right hon. Members for the areas concerned; and if he will place copies of the national reports referred to in the Library.

Mr. Peter Morrison

I shall reply to the hon. Member as soon as possible.

Mr. Gordon Brown

asked the Secretary of State for Employment how many young people in (a) Scotland and (b) the United Kingdom have left youth training schemes because they have found permanent work.

Mr. Peter Morrison

I shall reply to the hon. Member as soon as possible.

Mr. Gordon Brown

asked the Secretary of State for Employment how many young people have entered the youth training scheme; and how many are currently in training on the latest day for which figures are available for Scotland and the United Kingdom.

Mr. Peter Morrison

At the end of February, the number of entrants to the youth training scheme in Scotland was 36,280 and in Great Britain 342,317. The numbers in training were 29,435 and 259,282 respectively.