HC Deb 21 May 1990 vol 173 cc69-70W
Mr. McLeish

To ask the Secretary of State for Employment what representations he has received(a) on the possible closure of the major provider of special needs youth training in the Tower Hamlets and Newham area and (b) from the careers service concerning the youth training guarantee; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Eggar

[holding answer 18 May 1990]: I have received no representations on the particular case referred to by the hon. Member, nor from the careers service about the guarantee.

Training Agency area offices are currently negotiating funding levels with training providers in respect of the youth training programme which commences on 29 May 1990. Under youth training, the Government's guarantee remains unaffected. All young people under the age of 18 who have left full-time education and who are unable to find a job, are guaranteed the offer of a training place on the programme.