HC Deb 07 February 2000 vol 344 c37W
Mr. Boswell

To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Employment if he will make a statement on the application of TUPE as it affects existing employees of(a) TECs and (b) the FEFC; and what steps he is taking to encourage a smooth transition of essential staff to the new local learning and skills councils. [107646]

Mr. Wicks

In respect of TECs, their functions are being split several ways; some will transfer to the Learning and Skills Council (LSC), some to the Employment Service and some to other bodies. We expect a significant proportion of TEC staff to transfer under TUPE to these organisations. In respect of the FEFC, some functions transfer to the LSC, some to the Adult Learning Inspectorate and some to OFSTED. Again we expect the majority of staff to transfer under TUPE to these organisations.

We are working closely with partner organisations to ensure a smooth transition to the new arrangements.