HC Deb 29 January 1985 vol 72 c153W
18. Mr. Freeman

asked the Secretary of State for Defence if he will make a statement on the results of the youth training scheme as it relates to the armed forces.

24. Mr. Patrick Thompson

asked the Secretary of State for Defence if he will make a statement on the progress of the armed services youth training scheme.

Mr. Lee

The Armed Services youth training scheme continues to provide very worthwhile work and training opportunities for young unemployed people. The scheme has so far attracted over 5,000 applications, 1,400 of which have been accepted.