HC Deb 28 January 1994 vol 236 c454W
Mr. Ron Davies

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what are his objectives for the modern apprenticeships scheme in Wales.

Mr. Redwood

The aim of modern apprenticeships in Wales is to increase our economic competitiveness by increasing the number of young people qualifying to the key technician and supervisor levels. The main emphasis in 1994–95 will be on manufacturing engineering in order to support Wales' growing reputation as a manufacturing centre. Modern apprenticeships will be extended to other sectors in 1995–96.