Written question asked by Claire Curtis-Thomas (Labour) on Friday, 31 March 2000, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 10 April 2000. It was answered by Malcolm Wicks (Labour) on Monday, 10 April 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 he will ensure that the Connexions Service will be available to all 13 to 19 year olds and that the level of support available to young people will not be less than that provided by the Careers Service at present.

Answer: Mrs. Curtis-Thomas: To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Employment if he will ensure that the ConneXions Service will be available to all 13 to 19-year-olds and that the level of support available to young people will not be less than that provided by the Careers Service at present. [117780] Mr. Wicks: ConneXions will provide a major new integrated advice, guidance and support for young people. It will be a universal service which will improve the level of support for all young people aged 13-19. ConneXions will continue to offer at least the same level of careers information, advice and guidance as is currently provided by the Careers Service.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 348 c43W; 117780
Session: 1999-00
Subjects: Advisory services Vocational guidance Young people Youth Support Service
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk