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Written question asked by Pat Glass (Labour) on Monday, 9 February 2015, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 12 February 2015 (named day). It was answered by Vincent Cable (Liberal Democrat) on Thursday, 12 February 2015 on behalf of the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills.


Government Departments: Procurement

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills, if he will take steps to increase apprenticeship places and support small businesses through greater use of government procurement.

Answer

Under the industrial strategy, we encourage a long term approach to procurement, including training and apprenticeships.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
907598
Session
2014-15
Unstarred
Yes
Subjects
Apprentices Government departments Procurement Small businesses
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk