Economy: Spring Statement

Debate between Lord Young of Norwood Green and Lord Bates

Thursday 15th March 2018 Lords Chamber

[Lord Young of Norwood Green (Lab)]

Why did the Minister omit the paragraph on page 8 of my report dealing with the commitment to delivering 3 million apprenticeship starts?

[Lord Bates]

I think the noble Lord may be confused. This is not a repeat of the Statement given in the other place earlier in the week. It is a new speech addressed to a specific debate. It is not a repetition of a Statement but is part of a debate on the state of the economy and the OBR. I hope that helps clarify the position. However, I will be happy to deal with that point when I wind up the debate.