§ Mr. Ron Daviesasked the Paymaster General if he has any plans to increase the level of funding for the voluntary projects programme in 1987–88, and the number and quality of projects planned within it; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. LeeI have no plans to increase the budget for the voluntary projects programme in 1987–88. The Manpower Services Commission is likely to continue to support around 350 projects in the next financial year which will continue to help unemployed people find work, training or other job-related opportunities.