§ Mr. Denzil DaviesTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security how many persons in Wales at the latest available date received assistance under the New Deal for Lone Parents. [113072]
§ Angela EagleSince the start of the national NDLP programme in October 1998, 6,450 Lone Parents in Wales have agreed to participate in the programme. They have all been offered help and advice by their own NDLP Adviser, 2,410 have found a job, 590 have entered training or education. Advisers have also provided assistance in finding suitable child care; and claiming in-work benefits.
§ Mr. WillettsTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security how many lone parents have received letters inviting them to join the New Deal for Lone Parents. [113584]
§ Angela Eagle454,920 initial letters have been issued telling lone parents about the voluntary New Deal service during the National Programme (October 1998—December 1999). In addition 50,612 initial letters were issued during phase 1 and 2 (July 1997—October 1998). The letters are part of the overall strategy (including advertising locally and nationally, using TV, Radio and the Press) to make lone parents aware of the service available to them through New Deal for Lone Parents.