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Written question asked by Nick Gibb (Conservative) on Wednesday, 4 November 1998, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 9 November 1998. It was answered by Patricia Hewitt (Labour) on Monday, 9 November 1998 on behalf of the Treasury.

Treasury

Question
To ask Mr Chancellor of the Exchequer, if he will assess the effect of his revised growth forecast on unemployment in 1999.
Answer

Mr. Gibb: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will assess the effect of his revised growth forecast on unemployment in 1999. [58796] Ms Hewitt: The economy continues to expand and create new jobs. Employment has risen by 400,000 since the election and unemployment has fallen by 280,000. With regard to future employment prospects, the Government have been putting in place a wide range of measures to address structural problems in the labour market. The key is to ensure that people are well trained and able to adapt to the changing circumstances of a modern dynamic economy.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
319 c101W; 58796
Session
1997-98
Subjects
Economic growth Forecasts Unemployment