Written question asked by Donald Gorrie (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 14 March 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 28 March 2001. It was answered by Malcolm Wicks (Labour) on Wednesday, 28 March 2001 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 take steps to encourage headteachers and careers and guidance staff to become more involved in placing suitable young people in modern apprenticeships.

Answer: Mr. Gorrie: To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Employment if he will take steps to encourage headteachers and careers and guidance staff to become more involved in placing suitable young people in modern apprenticeships. [154401] Mr. Wicks: The Government are determined to ensure that all young people receive high quality, impartial advice about all the learning opportunities available to them. To deliver this we are setting up the new Connexions Service starting in 12 areas in England from April this year, which will ensure that young people who could benefit are actively encouraged to consider vocational options, including Modern Apprenticeships. Connexions Personal Advisers will provide careers advice to all young people about their learning options. Those Personal Advisers based in schools will work as part of a team under the management of headteachers.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 154401; 365 c675W
Session: 2000-01
Subjects: Apprentices Eligibility Training Young people Connexions Service Modern apprenticeships
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk