§ Mr. Barry JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Employment what measures he is taking to stimulate growth in the availability of apprenticeships to school leavers in(a) the steel industry, (b) the aerospace industry and (c) the construction industry.
§ Miss WiddecombeThe Government are keen to promote and encourage the growth of apprenticeships in these industries and others. The Government already support some apprenticeships and similar training arrangements through youth credits and youth training, and keep their policies under regular review.