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Written question asked by Vincent Cable (Liberal Democrat) on Thursday, 15 January 1998, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 29 January 1998. It was answered by Andrew Smith (Labour) on Thursday, 29 January 1998 on behalf of the Department for Education and Employment.


Dept for Education and Employment

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Employment, What assistance New Deal participants aged over 25 years and unemployed for more than two years will receive during the period before their six month placement begins. (Failed OPQ)
Answer

Dr. Cable: :To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Employment what assistance New Deal participants aged over 25 years and unemployed for more than two years will receive during the period before their six month placement begins. [24202] Mr. Andrew Smith: My right hon. Friend and I are currently considering arrangements to ensure that long term unemployed people receive help to prepare for the New Deal. We will announce details as soon as possible.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
24202; 305 c367W
Session
1997-98
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Employment schemes Young people Unemployment New deal for young people