HC Deb 25 January 1999 vol 324 cc1-2W
11. Mrs. Gilroy

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what steps the Government are taking to increase education and training provision in the armed forces. [65534]

28. Mr. Shaw

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what steps the Government are taking to increase education and training opportunities within the armed forces. [65551]

Mr. Doug Henderson

We already provide a wide range of education and training opportunities for Armed Forces personnel. Our 'Learning Forces' initiative extends from recruitment to resettlement and beyond. It is a major contribution to the Government's commitment to improving educational opportunities and to ensuring that the qualifications Service personnel receive are fully recognised and transferable when they return to civilian life.