Written question asked by Michael Fabricant (Conservative) on Thursday, 17 October 2002, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 31 October 2002. It was answered by Alan Johnson (Labour) on Thursday, 31 October 2002 on behalf of the Department of Trade and Industry.

Dept of Trade and Industry

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry, What discussions she has had with her ministerial colleagues on the promotion in the workplace of science and engineering education amongst 16 year olds. (Failed OPQ)

Answer: Michael Fabricant: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry, what discussions she has had with her ministerial colleagues on the promotion in the workplace of science and engineering education among 16 year olds. [76427] Alan Johnson: My right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Education and Skills has lead responsibility for education matters, but I and other Ministerial colleagues, notably my noble Friend the Minister for Science and Innovation, are also interested and discuss these matters with our colleagues as and when appropriate.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 76427; 391 c952W;391 c962W
Session: 2001-02
Registered interest declared: Yes
Question not reached: Yes
Subjects: Engineering Vocational guidance Young people Science Departmental coordination
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk