HC Deb 14 February 2002 vol 380 cc604-5W
Mrs. Browning

To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Skills what requirement there is for Learning and Skills Councils to draw up a marketing plan to promote 16+ learning. [36013]

Margaret Hodge

[holding answer 13 February 2002] The Learning and Skills Council has a statutory duty to encourage individuals to take part in post-16 education and training, and to encourage employers to participate in and contribute to its provision. Local Learning and Skills Councils must prepare a plan for each financial year, but there is no specific requirement for a marketing plan.

Mrs. Browning

To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Skills if she will publish(a) local and (b) national marketing plans for Learning and Skills Councils to promote 16+ learning. [36025]

Margaret Hodge

[holding answer 13 February 2002] This is a matter for the Learning and Skills Council. I have therefore asked John Harwood, the Council's Chief Executive, to write to the hon. Lady and to place a copy of his reply in the Library.