Written question asked by Lord Boswell of Aynho (Conservative) on Wednesday, 22 November 2000, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 29 November 2000. It was answered by Malcolm Wicks (Labour) on Wednesday, 29 November 2000 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, if all young people will have access to a personal adviser with the Connexions Service; and what proportion are expected to need one.

Answer: Mr. Boswell: To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Employment if all young people will have access to a personal adviser with the Connexions service; and what proportion are expected to need one. [140389] Mr. Wicks: All young people between the ages of 13 and 19 will have access to a Connexions service personal adviser, and are expected to have some contact with the service, but there will be a large variation in the amount of help they will need. Some young people will need only advice about qualifications or career options, while others will need intensive, sustained help to overcome severe barriers to learning.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 357 c655W;357 c654W; 140389
Session: 1999-00
Subjects: Advisory services Vocational guidance Young people Connexions Service
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk