§ 76 Mrs. Shieldsasked the Paymaster General what cash been received in the past 12 months from 614W European Community funds to assist in creating new employment, and new opportunities; and how these moneys have been disbursed.
§ Mr. LeeAllocations from the European social fund for projects taking place in 1987 have yet to be made by the European Commission. During the calendar year 1986 new allocations totalling some £34 million were approved under the European social fund for projects in the 'United Kingdom taking place in 1986 specifically related to employment creation. In addition, a further £246 million was approved for other, mainly training, projects in the United Kingdom which also helped to create new employment opportunities. European social fund funds are paid to the sponsors of the particular projects for which assistance is sought. Apart from social fund support, the United Kingdom also receives considerable assistance under the European regional development fund towards projects which help to increase overall employment opportunities.