§ Brian CotterTo ask the Secretary of State for Education and Skills if he will make a statement on his Department's plans to establish a National Council for Graduate Entrepreneurship, and the level of funding to be made available for the scheme. [110617]
§ Nigel Griffiths[holding answer 1 May 2003]: I have been asked to reply.
The Government seek to ensure their undergraduates and new graduates are aware of the opportunities available to them to back their ideas and participate in business.
The Small Business Service, in conjunction with the Department for Education and Skills, will shortly be undertaking a feasibility study on this.