HC Deb 18 December 1997 vol 303 c282W
Mr. Ernie Ross

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what plans he has for the private sector to lead a partnership for the organisation and delivery of the New Deal for 18 to 24 year olds; and if he will make a statement. [22128]

Mr. Dewar

I have selected Forth Valley as the area in Scotland for which competitive tenders will be sought from the private sector to lead partnerships for the organisation and delivery of the New Deal.