Written question asked by Dai Davies (Independent (affiliation)) on Monday, 8 October 2007, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 10 October 2007. It was answered by Bill Rammell (Labour) on Monday, 29 October 2007 on behalf of the Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills.

Princes Trust: Apprentices

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Innovation, Universities and Skills what discussions he has had with representatives of the Prince's Trust on the roll out of the Trust's Get Into work-based scheme to provide apprenticeships in the construction, retail and hospitality sectors for the lowest academically achieving school leavers; and what discussions he has held with his counterparts in the devolved administrations in respect of the Get Into scheme.

Answer: The Prince's Trust is meeting the Learning and Skills Council national office on 30 October to discuss the ““Get Into”” scheme and how it relates to public funded work-based training schemes. I would be happy to receive a representation from the Prince's Trust if they wish to write to me.

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