§ 78. Mr. Norman Atkinsonasked the Paymaster General whether Her Majesty's Government plan any further measures to assist the long-term unemployed beyond those announced on 20 May, Official Report, column 145.
§ Mr. LangThe full range of help available to the long-term unemployed is set out in our "Action for Jobs" booklet. We regularly review all schemes carefully to ensure that they meet their objectives.
§ 90. Mr. Tom Coxasked the Paymaster General if he will list the policies of his Department to help unemployed people over the age of 50 years into employment.
§ Mr. LangI refer the hon. Member to my reply on 18 March at column179. Older workers can benefit from most of the schemes outlined in "Action for Jobs".