SKILLS AND EMPLOYMENT FOR YOUNG PEOPLE

Early day motion 1222, tabled 24 March 2014 by George Howarth (Labour). Signed by 29 members.

That this House calls on the Government to ensure that young people are fully prepared throughout their education to enter the job market; notes with concern the large number of young people who lack basic skills; further notes the recommendations from the British Chambers of Commerce Skills Manifesto, for schools, businesses, chambers and local bodies to work together to ensure young people are granted the most opportunities for employment; and urges a greater development of employability skills and careers education throughout the national curriculum.

Signatures by party: Labour 16, DUP 5, Liberal Democrat 4, Conservative 1, Independent 1, Plaid Cymru 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.