§ Mr. FlightTo ask the Secretary of State for Education and Employment if he will list the initiatives planned or undertaken to promote among the young awareness of the United Kingdom Presidency of the European Union. [45310]
§ Dr. HowellsThe Department of Education and Employment undertook two initiatives to promote the awareness of the United Kingdom Presidency of the European Union among the young. In January, in conjunction with the Scottish, Welsh and Northern Ireland education departments, we issued the "Partners in 143W Europe" information and resource pack, which was sent to all UK schools. We also ran a "Celebrating Europe" competition for schools, FE colleges, vocational training organisations and youth groups, which culminated in an awards ceremony for the 10 major award winners on 11 May 1998.