§ Mr. Sheermanasked the Secretary of State for Employment how many young people are expected to enter the youth training scheme in 1985–86 on the basis of the eligibility rules announced on 12 November 1984; how many places are expected to be available; and how much the scheme is expected to cost.
§ Mr. Peter MorrisonOn the basis of the eligibility rules announced on 12 November 1984, it is estimated that there are likely to be some 385,000 entrants to youth training scheme programmes in 1985–86. As to places, we are awaiting proposals from the Manpower Services Commission on the scale and balance of provision in 1985–86. As for costs, the supply estimate for 1985–86 will be published in March.
§ Mr. Sheermanasked the Secretary of State for Employment what is his best estimate of the number of young people who would be eligible to join the youth training scheme in 1985–86 if it catered for all 16-and 17-year-olds who would otherwise be unemployed; how many places would need to be made available; and how much the scheme would cost.
§ Mr. Peter MorrisonAs I said in my reply of 9 January 1985, at column464, various proposals for the enhancement of provision for young people are currently being considered, but we are not yet in a position to provide estimates in the form requested.