North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson has welcomed the fall in youth unemployment across Swindon and increased take-up of apprenticeships, during a debate in Parliament on rebalancing the economy.
Text of Justin's Intervention
My right hon. Friend is giving a characteristically powerful speech, which is why this debate is so well attended. In my constituency, youth unemployment has fallen by a staggering 61%, making a real difference to people’s lives. That is partly due to the expansion of apprenticeships, which more than 10,000 students have started. Last week I was proud to attend once again the graduation ceremony at Swindon College, where we are equipping young people with the real skills they need.
