HC Deb 12 December 2001 vol 376 c856W
10. Mark Tami

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what recent discussions he has had with other Government Departments and the First Secretary of the National Assembly on measures to improve access to training in Wales. [20046]

26. Ian Lucas

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what recent discussions he has had with other Government Departments and the First Secretary of the National Assembly for Wales about measures to improve access to training in Wales. [20063]

Mr. Touhig

My right hon. Friend and I have regular meetings with ministerial and Assembly colleagues to discuss a range of issues.

My right hon. Friend the Chancellor announced new measures in the Budget to improve access to training and enable employees to attain basic and level 2 skills.

In addition, the National Assembly is committed to supporting and developing access to learning in Wales.