asked the Minister for Labour the number of persons currently participating in employment schemes and training programmes; and the corresponding numbers on such schemes at the same dates in 1985 and 1986.
Written Answers. - Training Schemes.
The total numbers participating in employment schemes and training programmes as at 30 September in each of the years 1985, 1986 and 1987 are as follows:
1985 |
1986 |
1987 |
37,869 |
44,240 |
39,124 |
A breakdown of the numbers on employment schemes and training programmes as per operating agency is given in the tabular statement as circulated to the House.
The 30th September was chosen as the date showing the most up to date figures in 1987.
Numbers participating |
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At 30 September 1985 |
At 30 September 1986 |
At 30 September 1987 |
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I Employment Schemes |
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National Manpower Programmes |
18,605 |
23,963 |
18,533 |
Youth Employment Agency Programmes |
1,112 |
1,092 |
760 |
Sub Totals |
19,717 |
25,055 |
19,293 |
II Training Programmes |
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AnCo Training Programmes |
14,225 |
14,337 |
14,224 |
Youth Employment Agency Programmes |
2,940 |
3,846 |
4,495 |
CERT Programmes |
987 |
1,002 |
1,112 |
Sub Totals |
18,152 |
19,185 |
19,831 |
I and II Totals |
37,869 |
47,240 |
39,124 |